Cullingworth, West Yorkshire Planning Applications
Recent planning applications near Cullingworth, West Yorkshire.
West Yorkshire · England · settlement
About Cullingworth
Cullingworth is a village and civil parish located in the City of Bradford, West Yorkshire, approximately 7 miles west of Bradford and 3 miles south of Keighley. Nestled within the historic West Riding of Yorkshire, the area is predominantly agricultural, featuring sheep and cattle farming, alongside picturesque moorland to the north and west. This rural setting may present unique opportunities and considerations for planning applications in the region.
Population: 3,513 (2021)
District: Bradford
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Town Insights
Property Prices
Average property sale price: £184,239 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).
Area Information
- Admin district: Bradford
- Parliamentary constituency: Shipley
- LSOA: Bradford 031D
Crime Statistics
0 crimes reported in 2026-02.
Flood Risk
No active flood warnings near Cullingworth.
Keyword Scorecard
Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Cullingworth.
- 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 Cullingworth based on the last 24 months of planning data.
Nearby Applications
7 planning applications found near Cullingworth.
- - The George Public House Station Road Cullingworth Bradford West Yorkshire BD13 5HN
Installation of retractable awning above front windows and installation/alteration of kitchen extraction ducting/flue serving the existing kitchen (Retrospective)
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Bradford | Date: 2026-05-06
View full details - - 27 - 29 Haworth Road Cullingworth Bingley West Yorkshire BD13 5DU
First floor extension
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Bradford | Date: 2025-11-14
View full details - - 2 Woodside Court Cullingworth Bradford West Yorkshire BD13 5AY
T3 Beech - Reduce to a 5m habitat pole. Retain the tree as standing deadwood habitat (a 5m pole) and to plant two replacement trees within the same area.
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Bradford | Date: 2025-11-03
View full details - - 2 Lees Close Cullingworth Bradford West Yorkshire BD13 5HF
Enlargement of existing single storey side extension to the front and rear
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Bradford | Date: 2025-02-26
View full details - - 15 Mowbray Close Cullingworth Bradford West Yorkshire BD13 5EP
Single-storey rear extension and raised patio
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Bradford | Date: 2024-04-18
View full details - - 2A The Nook Hallowes Park Road Cullingworth Bingley West Yorkshire BD13 5AS
Replace tower section of roof with new fibre glass covering
Status: Permitted | Type: Heritage | Council: Bradford | Date: 2023-10-13
View full details - - 2 Blantyre Court Cullingworth Bradford West Yorkshire BD13 5AA
Front porch extension with w/c; disabled access ramp to front entrance
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Bradford | Date: 2023-01-05
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A brief summary of Cullingworth in West Yorkshire
Cullingworth is a village and civil parish located in the City of Bradford, West Yorkshire, approximately 7 miles west of Bradford and 3 miles south of Keighley. Nestled within the historic West Riding of Yorkshire, the area is predominantly agricultural, featuring sheep and cattle farming, alongside picturesque moorland to the north and west. This rural setting may present unique opportunities and considerations for planning applications in the region. The settlement has a population of approximately 3,513 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Bradford district.
Property prices in Cullingworth show an average sale price of £184,239, 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 Cullingworth a particularly low-crime area.
Cullingworth has 2 conservation areas within its boundaries: Ryecroft, Cullingworth. 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.
Ecology & Nature Designations
The area around Cullingworth includes 1 Ancient Woodland site. These designations may affect planning decisions, as proposals near protected sites require environmental impact assessment and may face additional restrictions.
For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Cullingworth 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 Cullingworth
In the last 24 months, 4 planning applications were submitted near Cullingworth. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 40 days.
This is notably above the national average of approximately 87%, suggesting a relatively permissive planning environment. Applicants near Cullingworth may find that well-prepared applications have a strong chance of success.
The average decision time of 40 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.
The most common application types near Cullingworth were full planning applications (3), tree works (1). Full planning applications account for 75% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.
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Related Planning Guides
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- What Is Permitted Development? — Permitted development rights allow certain building works and changes of use without the need to apply for planning permission.
- How Long Does Planning Permission Take? — Typical timelines for planning permission decisions in the UK, from submission to approval, and what can cause delays.