How long do planning decisions take near Darrington?

The average planning decision time near Darrington is 342 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 Darrington?

The planning approval rate near Darrington is 100%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Darrington?

The most common type of planning application near Darrington is full planning applications, with 1 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Darrington?

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Darrington, West Yorkshire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Darrington, West Yorkshire.

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About Darrington

Darrington is a quaint village and civil parish located in the City of Wakefield, West Yorkshire, just 3 miles from Pontefract and 25 miles from York. Divided by the bustling A1 trunk road, which connects London to Scotland, Darrington had a population of 1,403 according to the 2011 census. This unique positioning makes it an area of interest for planning applications, particularly related to transport and infrastructure developments.

Population: 1,402 (2021)

District: Wakefield

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £230,897 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: Wakefield
Parliamentary constituency: Pontefract, Castleford and Knottingley
LSOA: Wakefield 023B

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Darrington.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Darrington based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

5 planning applications found near Darrington.

24/01830/S7301 - 12 Hillcroft Close Darrington Pontefract WF8 3BD
Variation of Condition 2 (Plans) of planning permission 24/01830/FUL, dated 11/12/2024 (which granted permission for the demolition of existing detached garage. Proposed detached garage and single sto
Status: Undecided | Council: Wakefield Metropolitan | Date: 2026-03-13
- 12 Hillcroft Close Darrington Pontefract WF8 3BD
Variation of Condition 2 (Plans) of planning permission 24/01830/FUL, dated 11/12/2024 (which granted permission for the demolition of existing detached garage. Proposed detached garage and single sto
Status: Undecided | Type: Amendment | Council: Wakefield | Date: 2026-03-13
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- Stone Leigh Manor Manor Park Darrington Pontefract WF8 3BQ
Discharge of conditions 7 (Boundaries), 10 Wildlife enhancement features), 13 (Dust and waste management) and 14 (Tree protection plan) from approved application 24/02179/FUL.
Status: Undecided | Type: Conditions | Council: Wakefield | Date: 2026-02-23
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- Stone Leigh Manor Manor Park Darrington Pontefract WF8 3BQ
Demolition of existing detached bungalow and erection of new detached two storey dwellinghouse including balcony to rear. Secondary access proposed off Manor Park. Proposed boundary treatments, air so
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Wakefield | Date: 2024-12-10
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- Hawthorne Cottage Estcourt Road Darrington Pontefract WF8 3AW
Raising of roof height of existing garage including dormers to front and rear to create first floor extension above garage
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Wakefield | Date: 2023-11-01
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A brief summary of Darrington in West Yorkshire

Property prices in Darrington show an average sale price of £230,897, 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 Darrington a particularly low-crime area.

Darrington has one conservation area within its boundaries: No data available for publication by HE. Planning applications within or near this conservation area 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.

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Planning Activity in Darrington

In the last 24 months, 4 planning applications were submitted near Darrington. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 342 days.

This is notably above the national average of approximately 87%, suggesting a relatively permissive planning environment. Applicants near Darrington may find that well-prepared applications have a strong chance of success.

With an average of 342 days, decisions near Darrington take longer than the statutory targets. Applicants should budget for a 12-month timeline and consider pre-application discussions to avoid delays.

The most common application types near Darrington were full planning applications (1), discharge of conditions (1), amendments (1). Full planning applications account for 25% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

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