How long do planning decisions take near East Morton?

The average planning decision time near East Morton is 53 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 East Morton?

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

What types of planning applications are most common near East Morton?

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

How can I track planning applications near East Morton?

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East Morton, West Yorkshire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near East Morton, West Yorkshire.

West Yorkshire · England · settlement

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

About East Morton

East Morton is a quaint village located within the civil parish of Keighley, Bradford district, West Yorkshire, England. Situated just 2 miles north of Bingley and 2.5 miles east of Keighley, it boasts a population of 1,169 as recorded in the 2011 census. The nearby hamlet of West Morton lies 1 mile to the northwest, making East Morton a charming option for those exploring planning applications in this picturesque area.

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Area Information

Admin district: North Yorkshire
Parliamentary constituency: Skipton and Ripon
LSOA: Craven 008E

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-05.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near East Morton.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 East Morton based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

3 planning applications found near East Morton.

- Waters Edge 2 Silk Mill Drive East Morton Keighley West Yorkshire BD20 5UH
Variation of Condition 2 (plans) of planning permission 22/04294/HOU for lower ground floor side extension, upper ground floor rear extension, external stair and below ground extension to rear. Substi
Status: Permitted | Type: Conditions | Council: Bradford | Date: 2026-03-24
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- 6 Otley Road East Morton Keighley West Yorkshire BD20 5UH
T1 Ash - Fell entire tree (both stems) to ground level. Replacement: 1 replacement tree (select from Goat Willow Salix caprea / Grey Willow Salix cinerea / Downy Birch Betula pubescens / Rowan Sorbus
Status: Conditions | Type: Trees | Council: Bradford | Date: 2025-11-17
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- Hillside Chapel 10 Green End Road East Morton Keighley West Yorkshire BD20 5TR
Retrospective Application T1 - Dutch Elm- Fell - The tree is dead as shown in the photo
Status: Unresolved | Type: Trees | Council: Bradford | Date: 2024-05-29
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A brief summary of East Morton in West Yorkshire

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

East Morton has 3 conservation areas within its boundaries: East Morton, Leeds Liverpool Canal, Micklethwaite. 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 East Morton includes 1 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): South Pennine Moors SSSI; 1 Ancient Woodland site; 1 Special Areas of Conservation (SAC): South Pennine Moors; 1 Special Protection Areas (SPA): South Pennine Moors Phase 2. 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, East Morton 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 East Morton

In the last 24 months, 12 planning applications were submitted near East Morton. Of these, 67% were approved, with an average decision time of 53 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 East Morton.

The average decision time of 53 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near East Morton were full planning applications (6), tree works (4), outline applications (1). Full planning applications account for 50% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

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