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Planning in Bradford

Approved
85%
11 of 12 decided
Decision time
about 8 weeks
on average

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

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About Bradford

Bradford, located in West Yorkshire, England, is a prominent city that became a municipal borough in 1847 and achieved city status in 1897. As of the 2021 census, the city has a population of 352,317, making it the second-largest area in the West Yorkshire Built-up Area, following Leeds. The wider City of Bradford metropolitan borough boasts a population of 546,976, positioning it among the most populous districts in England, which may be relevant for those considering planning applications in the region.

The area around Bradford has 10 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Bradford 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 Bradford, 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, 26 planning applications were submitted near Bradford. Of these, 85% were approved, with an average decision time of 53 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (7), tree works (4), discharge of conditions (3).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Bradford?
In the last 24 months, 26 planning applications were submitted near Bradford. The approval rate is 85%.
How long do planning decisions take near Bradford?
The average planning decision time near Bradford is 53 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 Bradford?
The planning approval rate near Bradford is 85%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Bradford?
The most common type of planning application near Bradford is full planning applications, with 7 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Bradford?
You can search and track planning applications near Bradford on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.