How long do planning decisions take near Deighton?

The average planning decision time near Deighton is 49 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 Deighton?

The planning approval rate near Deighton is 67%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Deighton?

The most common type of planning application near Deighton is full planning applications, with 9 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Deighton?

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Deighton, West Yorkshire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Deighton, West Yorkshire.

West Yorkshire · England · settlement

Planning applications in Deighton are administered by Kirklees Metropolitan Borough Council. View the full Kirklees Metropolitan Borough Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.

About Deighton

Deighton, pronounced "Dee-ton," is a district located in Huddersfield, West Yorkshire, just 2 miles (3.2 km) northeast of the town centre. Conveniently situated off the A62 Leeds Road, Deighton offers a blend of residential and commercial opportunities, making it a relevant area for those researching planning applications in the region.

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Area Information

Admin district: Kirklees
Parliamentary constituency: Huddersfield
LSOA: Kirklees 029D

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-05.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Deighton.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Deighton based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

8 planning applications found near Deighton.

2026/90688 - 7, Ashgrove Road, Deighton, Huddersfield, HD2 1FQ
Discharge of details reserved by conditions 3 (COMAH), 6 (flood preparedness), 9 (drainage) on previous permission 2019/93662 for demolition of existing buildings and erection of five storey storage f
Status: Undecided | Council: Kirklees | Date: 2026-03-10
- 7, Ashgrove Road, Deighton, Huddersfield, HD2 1FQ
Discharge of details reserved by conditions 3 (COMAH), 6 (flood preparedness), 9 (drainage) on previous permission 2019/93662 for demolition of existing buildings and erection of five storey storage f
Type: Conditions | Council: Kirklees | Date: 2026-03-10
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- 17, Churchfields, Deighton, Huddersfield, HD2 1JH
Certificate of lawfulness for proposed loft conversion with dormer extension
Status: Permitted | Type: Amendment | Council: Kirklees | Date: 2026-01-20
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- Hanson Logistics Ltd, 7, Ashgrove Road, Deighton, Huddersfield, HD2 1FQ
Advertisement Consent for 4 internally illuminated fascia signs
Status: Permitted | Type: Advertising | Council: Kirklees | Date: 2026-01-05
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- Ingfield Business Centre, Cherry Nook Road, Deighton, Huddersfield, HD2 1JD
Change of use of existing building from class E(g) to Class C3 residential for 7.no dwellings, first floor extension, insertion of new door and window openings and associated alterations. Construction
Type: Full | Council: Kirklees | Date: 2025-10-06
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- adj, 62, Deighton Road, Deighton, Huddersfield, HD2 1LS
Work to TPO(s) 36/80
Status: Rejected | Type: Trees | Council: Kirklees | Date: 2025-08-09
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- 13, Deighton Road, Deighton, Huddersfield, HD2 1UF
Formation of vehicular access with dropped kerb and associated works
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Kirklees | Date: 2025-06-24
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- Deighton North graveyard, rear of, 5, Churchfields, Deighton, Huddersfield, HD2 1JH
Dead or Dangerous tree(s)
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Kirklees | Date: 2024-08-30
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A brief summary of Deighton in West Yorkshire

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

Ecology & Nature Designations

The area around Deighton includes 5 Ancient Woodland sites. These designations may affect planning decisions, as proposals near protected sites require environmental impact assessment and may face additional restrictions.

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Planning Activity in Deighton

In the last 24 months, 25 planning applications were submitted near Deighton. Of these, 67% were approved, with an average decision time of 49 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 Deighton.

The average decision time of 49 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Deighton were full planning applications (9), tree works (3), amendments (3). Full planning applications account for 36% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

In terms of development scale, 1 large-scale (major) development, 19 smaller schemes were submitted.

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