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Planning in Calverley

Approved
86%
60 of 68 decided
Decision time
about 6 weeks
on average

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Calverley in the last 24 months, from Leeds City Council's planning register.

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About Calverley

Calverley is a village located in the City of Leeds metropolitan borough, West Yorkshire, situated on the A657 road approximately ten miles from Leeds city centre and four miles from Bradford. As of the 2011 census, Calverley had a population of 4,328 and is part of the Calverley and Farsley ward, which encompasses a total population of 22,594. This growing community offers a blend of village charm and proximity to urban amenities, making it a relevant area for planning applications.

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

The area around Calverley has 8 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Calverley 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 Calverley, 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, 79 planning applications were submitted near Calverley. Of these, 86% were approved, with an average decision time of 40 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (36), tree works (15), outline applications (6).

1 planning appeal was lodged, of which 0 were allowed and 1 was dismissed (0% success rate).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Calverley?
In the last 24 months, 79 planning applications were submitted near Calverley. The approval rate is 86%.
How long do planning decisions take near Calverley?
The average planning decision time near Calverley is 40 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 Calverley?
The planning approval rate near Calverley is 86%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Calverley?
The most common type of planning application near Calverley is full planning applications, with 36 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Calverley?
You can search and track planning applications near Calverley on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.