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Planning in Bogthorn

Approved
83%
10 of 12 decided
Decision time
about 8 weeks
on average

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Bogthorn in the last 24 months, from Bradford Metropolitan District Council's planning register.

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Around Bogthorn

Postcode districts

BD22 151 applications in the last 12 monthsBD21 77 applications in the last 12 months

Applications in each district in the last 12 months.

Planning authority: Bradford Metropolitan District Council

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About Bogthorn

Bogthorn is a hamlet within Keighley, located in the City of Bradford, West Yorkshire. Positioned between Exley Head and Oakworth along the B6143 road, it features historical sites such as a Wesleyan chapel, established in 1882 at the junction of Goose Cote Lane. This quaint locality may present opportunities for planning applications, especially related to heritage and community developments.

There are currently no active flood warnings for the Bogthorn area, indicating a relatively low flood risk at present. This is a positive factor for both existing residents and those considering property purchases or new developments.

In terms of safety, there were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period (September 2026). This makes Bogthorn a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Bogthorn has 2 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Bogthorn 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.

To comment on or object to a planning application near Bogthorn, open it in the list above: each one links to the council's own page for it and shows any comment deadline.

In the last 24 months, 34 planning applications were submitted near Bogthorn. Of these, 83% were approved, with an average decision time of 56 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (14), tree works (5), outline applications (4).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Bogthorn?
In the last 24 months, 34 planning applications were submitted near Bogthorn. The approval rate is 83%.
How long do planning decisions take near Bogthorn?
The average planning decision time near Bogthorn is 56 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 Bogthorn?
The planning approval rate near Bogthorn is 83%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Bogthorn?
The most common type of planning application near Bogthorn is full planning applications, with 14 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Bogthorn?
You can search and track planning applications near Bogthorn on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.