How long do planning decisions take near Cross Roads?

The average planning decision time near Cross Roads is 64 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 Cross Roads?

The planning approval rate near Cross Roads is 80%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Cross Roads?

The most common type of planning application near Cross Roads is full planning applications, with 6 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Cross Roads?

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Cross Roads, West Yorkshire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Cross Roads, West Yorkshire.

West Yorkshire · England · settlement

Planning applications in Cross Roads are administered by Bradford Metropolitan District Council. View the full Bradford Metropolitan District Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.

About Cross Roads

Cross Roads, also known as Cross Roads with Lees or Cross Roads cum Lees, is a village and civil parish located in the City of Bradford Metropolitan District in West Yorkshire, England. Situated less than a mile from Haworth, around 2.5 miles from Keighley, and approximately 9 miles from Bradford, this area is historically part of the West Riding of Yorkshire, making it a notable location for planning applications in a region rich in heritage and connectivity.

Population: 3,500

District: Haworth, Cross Roads and Stanbury

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £229,458 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: Bradford
Parliamentary constituency: Keighley and Ilkley
LSOA: Bradford 023A

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-05.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Cross Roads.

Keyword Scorecard

Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Cross Roads.

Ecology & Wildlife Constraints (keywords: bats, bat survey, bat roost, great crested newt, GCN...)
Trees & Landscape (keywords: tree preservation order, TPO, arboricultural, tree survey, root protection area...)
Flood & Drainage (keywords: flood zone 2, flood zone 3, flood risk assessment, FRA, surface water...)
Heritage & Conservation (keywords: listed building, grade II, grade II*, grade I, conservation area...)
Green Belt (keywords: green belt, inappropriate development, very special circumstances, openness)
Highways & Access (keywords: visibility splays, highway authority objection, access arrangement, parking provision, transport statement...)
Refusal & Risk Indicators (keywords: refusal, delegated refusal, appeal dismissed, overdevelopment, character and appearance...)
Planning Process & Appeals (keywords: appeal lodged, appeal allowed, appeal dismissed, public inquiry, inspector)

Planning Activity Summary

Approval rates, average decision times, and application type distribution for Cross Roads based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

3 planning applications found near Cross Roads.

- 11 Fellwood Avenue Haworth Keighley West Yorkshire BD22 9ES
Demolition of conservatory and construction of single-storey rear extension
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Bradford | Date: 2025-10-15
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- 3 Vernon Street Cross Roads Keighley West Yorkshire BD22 9AU
Outline application for residential development of land for 1 dwelling with all matters reserved
Status: Undecided | Type: Outline | Council: Bradford | Date: 2024-11-12
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- Hallcroft 46 Haworth Road Cross Roads Keighley West Yorkshire BD22 9DL
Non Material Amendment to planning permission 22/01141/FUL: addition of solar panels to roof, fewer rooflights, lower floor levels of Unit 2 to match Unit 1, addition of bedroom and WC instead of loft
Status: Permitted | Type: Amendment | Council: Bradford | Date: 2023-03-29
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A brief summary of Cross Roads in West Yorkshire

Property prices in Cross Roads show an average sale price of £229,458, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry.

There were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period. This makes Cross Roads a particularly low-crime area.

Cross Roads has 2 conservation areas within its boundaries: Haworth, Oakworth. Planning applications within or near these conservation areas are subject to additional scrutiny to preserve the architectural and historic character of the area. Homeowners and developers should be aware that permitted development rights may be restricted.

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

Planning Activity in Cross Roads

In the last 24 months, 16 planning applications were submitted near Cross Roads. Of these, 80% were approved, with an average decision time of 64 days.

This is below the national average of approximately 87%, which may reflect stricter local policies, sensitivity of the area, or higher levels of speculative applications. Pre-application advice is particularly worthwhile near Cross Roads.

At 64 days on average, decisions near Cross Roads slightly exceed the 8-week statutory target for minor applications, though this is common across many councils.

The most common application types near Cross Roads were full planning applications (6), tree works (3), outline applications (2). Full planning applications account for 38% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

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