Ben Rhydding, West Yorkshire Planning Applications
Recent planning applications near Ben Rhydding, West Yorkshire.
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Planning applications in Ben Rhydding are administered by Bradford Metropolitan District Council. View the full Bradford Metropolitan District Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.
About Ben Rhydding
Ben Rhydding is a village located within the City of Bradford in West Yorkshire, England, and forms part of the Ilkley urban area and civil parish. Its proximity to Ilkley makes it an attractive area for prospective developments and planning applications, reflecting the blend of rural charm and urban convenience.
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Town Insights
Property Prices
Average property sale price: £470,110 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).
Area Information
- Admin district: North Yorkshire
- Parliamentary constituency: Skipton and Ripon
- LSOA: Harrogate 018D
Crime Statistics
0 crimes reported in 2026-05.
Flood Risk
No active flood warnings near Ben Rhydding.
Keyword Scorecard
Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Ben Rhydding.
- 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 Ben Rhydding based on the last 24 months of planning data.
Nearby Applications
653 planning applications found near Ben Rhydding.
- - 93 Wheatley Lane Ilkley West Yorkshire LS29 8PP
Engineering operation to form driveway to front with electric gates. New entrance door to front elevation at basement level
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Bradford | Date: 2026-07-07
View full details - 26/01325/NMA03 - 14 Manley Road Ilkley West Yorkshire LS29 8QS
Non material amendement for planning permission to 26/01325//HOU to the addition of 2 No roof windows to proposed side extension
Status: Undecided | Council: Bradford | Date: 2026-07-02 - - 14 Manley Road Ilkley West Yorkshire LS29 8QS
Non material amendement for planning permission to 26/01325//HOU to the addition of 2 No roof windows to proposed side extension
Status: Undecided | Type: Amendment | Council: Bradford | Date: 2026-07-02
View full details - - 14 Manley Road Ilkley West Yorkshire LS29 8QS
Non material amendement for planning permission to 26/01325/HOU to the addition of 2 No roof windows to proposed side extension
Status: Undecided | Type: Amendment | Council: Bradford | Date: 2026-07-02
View full details - 26/02312/HOU - 2 Wheatley Rise Ilkley West Yorkshire LS29 8SQ
First floor extension over part of existing garage, two storey rear extension and alterations to existing fenesration
Status: Undecided | Council: Bradford | Date: 2026-06-29 - - 2 Wheatley Rise Ilkley West Yorkshire LS29 8SQ
First floor extension over part of existing garage, two storey rear extension and alterations to existing fenesration
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Bradford | Date: 2026-06-29
View full details - - 6 Hydro Close Ilkley West Yorkshire LS29 8RZ
T1 Conifer - Fell. T2 Conifer - Fell. T3 Conifer - Fell. T4 Conifer - Fell. T5 Cherry - Fell and replace with a new Cheery tree at the rear of the garden. Works due to approved building works Planning
Status: Undecided | Type: Trees | Council: Bradford | Date: 2026-06-24
View full details - - Wheatley Chase Lodge Ben Rhydding Drive Ilkley West Yorkshire LS29 8BD
T1 Lime - Reduce in height by 4m from 14m to 10m. T2 Ash - Fell.
Status: Undecided | Type: Trees | Council: Bradford | Date: 2026-06-03
View full details - - 19 Craigmore Drive Ilkley West Yorkshire LS29 8PG
Construction of 1.5-storey, two-bedroom dwelling
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Bradford | Date: 2026-06-03
View full details - - 20 Constable Road Ilkley West Yorkshire LS29 8RW
T1 Sycamore - Selective pruning of lower lateral branches to provide approximately 3-5 metres clearance over the garage roof and adjacent streetlight, and to achieve approximately 0.5 metres clearance
Status: Undecided | Type: Trees | Council: Bradford | Date: 2026-05-27
View full details - 26/01873/TPO - 20 Constable Road Ilkley West Yorkshire LS29 8RW
T1 Sycamore - Selective pruning of lower lateral branches to provide approximately 3-5 metres clearance over the garage roof and adjacent streetlight, and to achieve approximately 0.5 metres clearance
Status: Undecided | Council: Bradford | Date: 2026-05-27 - - 8 Margerison Crescent Ilkley West Yorkshire LS29 8QZ
Two storey side and rear extension
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Bradford | Date: 2026-05-21
View full details - 26/01811/HOU - 8 Margerison Crescent Ilkley West Yorkshire LS29 8QZ
Two storey side and rear extension
Status: Undecided | Council: Bradford | Date: 2026-05-21 - 26/01781/TPO - 2 Wheatley Rise Ilkley West Yorkshire LS29 8SQ
T015 Common ash - Remove.
Status: Undecided | Council: Bradford | Date: 2026-05-19 - - 2 Wheatley Rise Ilkley West Yorkshire LS29 8SQ
T015 Common ash - Remove.
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Bradford | Date: 2026-05-19
View full details - - 76 Valley Drive Ilkley West Yorkshire LS29 8PA
Two storey side extension and single storey rear extension
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Bradford | Date: 2026-04-28
View full details - - Byfields Haywood Road Ilkley West Yorkshire LS29 8BN
Demolition of single storey rear extension and construction of single storey rear extension with raised platform and steps to garden
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Bradford | Date: 2026-04-15
View full details - - 14 Manley Road Ilkley West Yorkshire LS29 8QS
Demolition of garage and construction of single-storey side extension
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Bradford | Date: 2026-04-14
View full details - - Highlands Rombalds Lane Ilkley West Yorkshire LS29 8RT
Garden landscaping works to rear to include gazebo, extension of raised patio with new low level retaining wall, new circular seating area with fire pit, and additional external steps
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Bradford | Date: 2026-04-13
View full details - - 21 Margerison Road Ilkley West Yorkshire LS29 8QY
Construction of single storey rear extension of the following dimensions: Depth of proposed extension from rear wall of original dwellinghouse: 3.4m Maximum height of proposed extension: 3.5m Height t
Status: Permitted | Type: Outline | Council: Bradford | Date: 2026-04-07
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A brief summary of Ben Rhydding in West Yorkshire
Ben Rhydding is a village located within the City of Bradford in West Yorkshire, England, and forms part of the Ilkley urban area and civil parish. Its proximity to Ilkley makes it an attractive area for prospective developments and planning applications, reflecting the blend of rural charm and urban convenience.
Property prices in Ben Rhydding show an average sale price of £470,110, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry.
There were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period. This makes Ben Rhydding a particularly low-crime area.
Ben Rhydding has 2 conservation areas within its boundaries: Denton, Ben Rhydding. Planning applications within or near these conservation areas 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 Ben Rhydding includes 1 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): South Pennine Moors SSSI; 5 Ancient Woodland sites; 1 Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB): Nidderdale; 1 Special Areas of Conservation (SAC): South Pennine Moors; 1 Special Protection Areas (SPA): South Pennine Moors Phase 2. 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 Ben Rhydding
In the last 24 months, 200 planning applications were submitted near Ben Rhydding. Of these, 81% were approved, with an average decision time of 64 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 Ben Rhydding.
At 64 days on average, decisions near Ben Rhydding slightly exceed the 8-week statutory target for minor applications, though this is common across many councils.
The most common application types near Ben Rhydding were full planning applications (82), tree works (61), discharge of conditions (19). Full planning applications account for 41% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.
19 planning appeals were lodged, of which 8 were allowed and 11 were dismissed (42% success rate). This relatively high appeal success rate suggests that the local authority may be refusing some applications that the Planning Inspectorate considers acceptable.
Application Outcomes
- Approved: 120 applications
- Refused: 25 applications
- Withdrawn: 4 applications
- Awaiting decision: 51 applications
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