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Planning in Emley

Approved
100%
10 of 10 decided
Decision time
about 10 weeks
on average

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Emley in the last 24 months, from Kirklees Metropolitan Borough Council's planning register.

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Around Emley

Postcode districts

HD8 343 applications in the last 12 monthsWF4 246 applications in the last 12 months

Applications in each district in the last 12 months.

Planning authority: Kirklees Metropolitan Borough Council

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About Emley

Emley is a village located in the Denby Dale parish within the Kirklees district of West Yorkshire, England. Positioned approximately 8 miles southeast of Huddersfield and 10.5 miles northwest of Barnsley, it boasts a population of 1,434 as of the 2021 census. With historical roots dating back to the Anglo-Saxon period, Emley is situated on elevated terrain near the Emley Moor transmitting station, and is also known for being the home of the local non-league football club, Emley A.F.C. The settlement has a population of approximately 1,434. It sits within the Denby Dale district.

Property prices in Emley show an average sale price of £256,229, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Emley 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 (May 2026). This makes Emley a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Emley has 3 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Emley 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.

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To comment on or object to a planning application near Emley, 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, 10 planning applications were submitted near Emley. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 69 days.

The most common types were tree works (3), full planning applications (1), listed building and heritage (1).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Emley?
In the last 24 months, 10 planning applications were submitted near Emley. The approval rate is 100%.
How long do planning decisions take near Emley?
The average planning decision time near Emley is 69 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 Emley?
The planning approval rate near Emley is 100%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Emley?
The most common type of planning application near Emley is tree works applications, with 3 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Emley?
You can search and track planning applications near Emley on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.