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Planning in Carleton

Approved
91%
29 of 30 decided
Decision time
about 8 weeks
on average

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

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About Carleton

Carleton is a quaint village located on the southern edge of Pontefract within the Wakefield district of West Yorkshire, England. The village features the parish church of St Michael the Archangel, along with two educational institutions: Carleton High School and Rookeries Primary School. Additionally, Pontefract RUFC is situated in the village, contributing to the local community's sporting activities.

There are currently no active flood warnings for the Carleton 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 Carleton a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Carleton 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 Carleton, 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, 43 planning applications were submitted near Carleton. Of these, 91% were approved, with an average decision time of 59 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (9), discharge of conditions (8), outline applications (7).

2 planning appeals were lodged, of which 0 were allowed and 2 were dismissed (0% success rate).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Carleton?
In the last 24 months, 43 planning applications were submitted near Carleton. The approval rate is 91%.
How long do planning decisions take near Carleton?
The average planning decision time near Carleton is 59 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 Carleton?
The planning approval rate near Carleton is 91%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Carleton?
The most common type of planning application near Carleton is full planning applications, with 9 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Carleton?
You can search and track planning applications near Carleton on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.