How long do planning decisions take near Beggarington Hill?

The average planning decision time near Beggarington Hill is 66 days. The statutory target is 8 weeks (56 days) for minor applications and 13 weeks for major applications.

What is the planning approval rate near Beggarington Hill?

The planning approval rate near Beggarington Hill is 73%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Beggarington Hill?

The most common type of planning application near Beggarington Hill is full planning applications, with 8 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Beggarington Hill?

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Beggarington Hill, West Yorkshire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Beggarington Hill, West Yorkshire.

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About Beggarington Hill

Beggarington Hill is a hamlet in the City of Leeds, situated near the border with Kirklees in West Yorkshire. Formerly part of the West Ardsley civil parish, it lies just southwest of West Ardsley, nestled between the Baghill Beck and the Hey Beck. The A653 road is located approximately 0.6 miles to the west, providing key access for potential development and planning applications in the area.

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Area Information

Admin district: Kirklees
Parliamentary constituency: Dewsbury and Batley
LSOA: Kirklees 024B

Crime Statistics

52 crimes reported in 2026-03.

Crime Breakdown

violent-crime: 19
burglary: 10
public-order: 6
anti-social-behaviour: 5
drugs: 3
criminal-damage-arson: 2
other-theft: 2
other-crime: 2
possession-of-weapons: 1
shoplifting: 1
vehicle-crime: 1

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Beggarington Hill.

Keyword Scorecard

Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Beggarington Hill.

Ecology & Wildlife Constraints (keywords: bats, bat survey, bat roost, great crested newt, GCN...)
Trees & Landscape (keywords: tree preservation order, TPO, arboricultural, tree survey, root protection area...)
Flood & Drainage (keywords: flood zone 2, flood zone 3, flood risk assessment, FRA, surface water...)
Heritage & Conservation (keywords: listed building, grade II, grade II*, grade I, conservation area...)
Green Belt (keywords: green belt, inappropriate development, very special circumstances, openness)
Highways & Access (keywords: visibility splays, highway authority objection, access arrangement, parking provision, transport statement...)
Refusal & Risk Indicators (keywords: refusal, delegated refusal, appeal dismissed, overdevelopment, character and appearance...)
Planning Process & Appeals (keywords: appeal lodged, appeal allowed, appeal dismissed, public inquiry, inspector)

Planning Activity Summary

Approval rates, average decision times, and application type distribution for Beggarington Hill based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

4 planning applications found near Beggarington Hill.

- 32, Hey Beck Lane, Woodkirk, Dewsbury, WF12 7QY
Erection of side extension, rear dormers and associated alterations
Type: Full | Council: Kirklees | Date: 2026-04-10
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2026/91008 - 32, Hey Beck Lane, Woodkirk, Dewsbury, WF12 7QY
Erection of side extension, rear dormers and associated alterations
Status: Undecided | Council: Kirklees | Date: 2026-04-10
- High Trees Baghill Road Tingley Wakefield WF3 1DF
Certificate of Proposed Lawful Development for a detached outbuilding with hardstanding to the rear
Status: Permitted | Type: Outline | Council: Leeds | Date: 2024-04-19
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- 3A School Street Tingley Wakefield WF3 1DS
Certificate of Proposed Lawful Development for a single storey side extension
Status: Permitted | Type: Outline | Council: Leeds | Date: 2023-11-01
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A brief summary of Beggarington Hill in West Yorkshire

The Beggarington Hill area recorded 52 crimes in the most recent reporting period. As with any urban or suburban area, prospective residents may wish to review the detailed crime breakdown for further context.

Beggarington Hill has one conservation area within its boundaries: No data available for publication by HE. Planning applications within or near this conservation area are subject to additional scrutiny to preserve the architectural and historic character of the area. Homeowners and developers should be aware that permitted development rights may be restricted.

Ecology & Nature Designations

The area around Beggarington Hill includes 5 Ancient Woodland sites. These designations may affect planning decisions, as proposals near protected sites require environmental impact assessment and may face additional restrictions.

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Planning Activity in Beggarington Hill

In the last 24 months, 19 planning applications were submitted near Beggarington Hill. Of these, 73% were approved, with an average decision time of 66 days.

This is below the national average of approximately 87%, which may reflect stricter local policies, sensitivity of the area, or higher levels of speculative applications. Pre-application advice is particularly worthwhile near Beggarington Hill.

At 66 days on average, decisions near Beggarington Hill slightly exceed the 8-week statutory target for minor applications, though this is common across many councils.

The most common application types near Beggarington Hill were full planning applications (8), discharge of conditions (4), outline applications (3). Full planning applications account for 42% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

In terms of development scale, 2 large-scale (major) developments, 1 medium-scale application, 14 smaller schemes were submitted.

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