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Planning in Cleckheaton

Approved
96%
67 of 69 decided
Decision time
about 12 weeks
on average

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Cleckheaton in the last 24 months, from Kirklees Metropolitan Borough Council's planning register.

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Around Cleckheaton

Postcode districts

BD19 125 applications in the last 12 monthsWF15 61 applications in the last 12 monthsBD11 59 applications in the last 12 months

Applications in each district in the last 12 months.

Planning authority: Kirklees Metropolitan Borough Council

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About Cleckheaton

Cleckheaton is a town located in the Kirklees metropolitan borough of West Yorkshire, England. Nestled in the Spen Valley, it lies south of Bradford and is historically significant as a mill town within the Heavy Woollen District. As a key area in the former borough of Spenborough, Cleckheaton offers a unique context for planning applications, reflecting its industrial heritage and evolving community needs.

Property prices in Cleckheaton show an average sale price of £337,365, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Cleckheaton 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 Cleckheaton a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

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

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

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To comment on or object to a planning application near Cleckheaton, 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, 87 planning applications were submitted near Cleckheaton. Of these, 96% were approved, with an average decision time of 85 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (25), tree works (18), discharge of conditions (16). 14 large-scale developments were submitted during this period.

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Cleckheaton?
In the last 24 months, 87 planning applications were submitted near Cleckheaton. The approval rate is 96%.
How long do planning decisions take near Cleckheaton?
The average planning decision time near Cleckheaton is 85 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 Cleckheaton?
The planning approval rate near Cleckheaton is 96%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Cleckheaton?
The most common type of planning application near Cleckheaton is full planning applications, with 25 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Cleckheaton?
You can search and track planning applications near Cleckheaton on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.