Bierley, West Yorkshire Planning Applications
Recent planning applications near Bierley, West Yorkshire.
West Yorkshire · England · settlement
Planning applications in Bierley are administered by Bradford Metropolitan District Council. View the full Bradford Metropolitan District Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.
About Bierley
Bierley is a locality within the Tong ward of the City of Bradford, West Yorkshire, England. Historically part of the West Riding of Yorkshire until 1974, Bierley is an area of interest for those researching planning applications, given its evolving landscape and local governance.
District: Bradford
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Area Information
- Admin district: Kirklees
- Parliamentary constituency: Spen Valley
- LSOA: Kirklees 001B
Crime Statistics
0 crimes reported in 2026-05.
Flood Risk
No active flood warnings near Bierley.
Keyword Scorecard
Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Bierley.
- 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 Bierley based on the last 24 months of planning data.
Nearby Applications
17 planning applications found near Bierley.
- - Unit 7 Dudley Hill Business Park Rook Lane Bradford West Yorkshire BD4 9BQ
Change of use and conversion of existing industrial unit (Use Class B2 General Industrial and Distribution) to an indoor padel tennis facility (Use Class E(d) Indoor Sport, Recreation or Fitness)
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Bradford | Date: 2026-06-26
View full details - 26/02269/ADV - Unit 7 Dudley Hill Business Park Rook Lane Bradford West Yorkshire BD4 9BQ
4 No. externally illuminated fascia signs
Status: Undecided | Council: Bradford | Date: 2026-06-24 - - Pavement Outside 100 Tong Street Bradford West Yorkshire
Installation of BT street hub with 2no. digital 75" LCD display screens
Status: Undecided | Type: Advertising | Council: Bradford | Date: 2026-05-06
View full details - - 70 Bierley House Avenue Bradford West Yorkshire BD4 6BS
Change of use from residential dwelling (Use Class C3) to children's home (C2) for upto 3 young people and 1 staff member
Status: Undecided | Type: Outline | Council: Bradford | Date: 2026-03-23
View full details - - Venlo Industrial Estate Knowles Street Bradford West Yorkshire
Non material amendment to planning permission (24/03807/FUL) for the proposed building to be moved east (away) from the existing building by 2m
Status: Permitted | Type: Amendment | Council: Bradford | Date: 2025-10-15
View full details - - 136 Tong Street Bradford West Yorkshire BD4 9PP
Additional storey and side extension to create an additional dwelling
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Bradford | Date: 2025-05-23
View full details - - Tong Street Bradford West Yorkshire
Request for Environmental Impact Assessment Screening Opinion for highway improvement works on Tong Street
Status: Conditions | Type: Outline | Council: Bradford | Date: 2025-03-20
View full details - - Former Site Of New Industry Mill Factory Street Bradford West Yorkshire BD4 9NW
Outline application for use of land for secure self storage facility and open storage (Use Class B8) including ancillary reception/office requesting consideration of access
Status: Permitted | Type: Outline | Council: Bradford | Date: 2024-01-19
View full details - - 23 Hyne Avenue Bradford West Yorkshire BD4 6BL
Demolition of existing conservatory. Construction of single storey extension to rear and first floor extension to front.
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Bradford | Date: 2023-12-08
View full details - - Land At Wharfedale Business Centre Shetcliffe Lane Bradford West Yorkshire
Variation of condition 2 (drawings) of planning permission 20/01839/MAF: Revised Design - Drawings Ref: Proposed Site Plan 301B, Highways Layout Access Arrangements 302, Proposed Plans and Elevations
Status: Withdrawn | Type: Conditions | Council: Bradford | Date: 2022-01-18
View full details - - Land At Wharfedale Business Centre Shetcliffe Lane Bradford West Yorkshire
Construction of 12 industrial units (Use Class B2) with associated parking facilities, pedestrian access routes and servicing and structured low maintenance landscaping. Alterations to the access from
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Bradford | Date: 2020-06-26
View full details - - Unit 8 Wharfedale Business Park Edward Street Bierley Bradford West Yorkshire BD4 9RT
Change of use to performing arts/dance/fitness/recreational activities studio
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Bradford | Date: 2017-10-06
View full details - - Wharfedale Business Park Edward Street Bierley Bradford West Yorkshire BD4 9RT
Revised description. Construction of new office building and link extension to existing warehouse
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Bradford | Date: 2016-08-23
View full details - - Unit 1 Wharfedale Business Park Edward Street Bierley Bradford West Yorkshire BD4 9RT
Construction of new office building (re-sub of 15/03109/FUL)
Status: Withdrawn | Type: Full | Council: Bradford | Date: 2016-02-24
View full details - - Unit 1 Wharfedale Business Park Edward Street Bierley Bradford West Yorkshire BD4 9RT
Construction of new office building
Status: Withdrawn | Type: Full | Council: Bradford | Date: 2015-08-10
View full details - - Rhodes House 71 Shetcliffe Lane Bradford West Yorkshire BD4 6QJ
Installation of four windows to the side elevation
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Bradford | Date: 2014-10-09
View full details - - Horsman Street Works Horsman Street Bradford West Yorkshire BD4 9QZ
Retrospective application for change of use from class B2 general industrial to gymnasium D2
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Bradford | Date: 2010-06-28
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A brief summary of Bierley in West Yorkshire
Bierley is a locality within the Tong ward of the City of Bradford, West Yorkshire, England. Historically part of the West Riding of Yorkshire until 1974, Bierley is an area of interest for those researching planning applications, given its evolving landscape and local governance. It sits within the Bradford district.
There were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period. This makes Bierley a particularly low-crime area.
Bierley has 2 conservation areas within its boundaries: East Brierley, No data available for publication by HE. 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.
For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Bierley planning applications can be searched by entering a local postcode above. Results include full application details, decision status, and the ability to track applications over time and set planning alerts to help you monitor and review pending planning applications.
Planning Activity in Bierley
In the last 24 months, 57 planning applications were submitted near Bierley. Of these, 96% were approved, with an average decision time of 100 days.
This is notably above the national average of approximately 87%, suggesting a relatively permissive planning environment. Applicants near Bierley may find that well-prepared applications have a strong chance of success.
With an average of 100 days, decisions near Bierley take longer than the statutory targets. Applicants should budget for a 4-month timeline and consider pre-application discussions to avoid delays.
The most common application types near Bierley were full planning applications (23), outline applications (11), discharge of conditions (9). Full planning applications account for 40% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.
In terms of development scale, 1 medium-scale application, 48 smaller schemes were submitted. The absence of major applications suggests the area is primarily characterised by smaller-scale improvements and extensions rather than large new developments.
8 planning appeals were lodged, of which 2 were allowed and 6 were dismissed (25% success rate).
Application Outcomes
- Approved: 26 applications
- Refused: 1 application
- Awaiting decision: 30 applications
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