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Planning in Crossflatts

Approved
95%
19 of 20 decided
Decision time
about 8 weeks
on average

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

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About Crossflatts

Crossflatts is a linear settlement located in Airedale, situated along the historic A650 road connecting Bingley and Keighley, within the Metropolitan Borough of Bradford, West Yorkshire. The village has experienced a significant reduction in traffic, with a 51% decrease following the opening of the Aire Valley Trunk road in 2004, which may influence planning considerations and development opportunities in the area.

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

The area around Crossflatts has 4 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Crossflatts 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 Crossflatts, 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, 46 planning applications were submitted near Crossflatts. Of these, 95% were approved, with an average decision time of 59 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (14), tree works (11), outline applications (4).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Crossflatts?
In the last 24 months, 46 planning applications were submitted near Crossflatts. The approval rate is 95%.
How long do planning decisions take near Crossflatts?
The average planning decision time near Crossflatts 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 Crossflatts?
The planning approval rate near Crossflatts is 95%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Crossflatts?
The most common type of planning application near Crossflatts is full planning applications, with 14 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Crossflatts?
You can search and track planning applications near Crossflatts on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.