How long do planning decisions take near Exley?

The average planning decision time near Exley is 63 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 Exley?

The planning approval rate near Exley is 96%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Exley?

The most common type of planning application near Exley is tree works applications, with 16 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Exley?

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Exley, West Yorkshire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Exley, West Yorkshire.

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £213,466 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: Calderdale
Parliamentary constituency: Halifax
LSOA: Calderdale 005B

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Exley.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Exley based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

9 planning applications found near Exley.

- Opus Point Ravenscliffe Close Skircoat Green Halifax Calderdale
Prune trees (Tree Preservation Order)
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Calderdale | Date: 2026-01-27
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- 13 Green Park Road Halifax Calderdale HX3 0SN
Prune one tree (Tree in Conservation Area)
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Calderdale | Date: 2026-01-19
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- Property Known As Scream Signs Bankhouse Lane Salterhebble Halifax Calderdale
Construction of side canopy (retrospective)
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Calderdale | Date: 2026-01-15
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- 48 Green Park Road Halifax Calderdale HX3 0SN
Single storey side and rear extension and dormer to rear
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Calderdale | Date: 2025-05-27
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- 128 Green Park Road Halifax Calderdale HX3 0SP
Prune trees (Tree Conservation Area)
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Calderdale | Date: 2025-04-25
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- 124 Green Park Road Halifax HX3 0SP
First floor rear extension
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Calderdale | Date: 2025-02-12
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- 86 Dudwell Lane Halifax Calderdale HX3 0SF
Two storey rear extension
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Calderdale | Date: 2024-11-11
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- 45 Scar Hall Siddal Halifax HX3 9DP
Second storey roof extension and enlargement of existing balcony
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Calderdale | Date: 2024-08-21
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- 63 Green Park Road Halifax HX3 0SN
Fell one tree reduce others (Tree in Conservation Area)
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Calderdale | Date: 2024-01-05
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A brief summary of Exley in West Yorkshire

Exley is a settlement located in West Yorkshire, England.

Property prices in Exley show an average sale price of £213,466, 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 Exley a particularly low-crime area.

Exley has 5 conservation areas within its boundaries: Savile Park, Halifax, Huddersfield Road East, Halifax, Elland, Skircoat Green, Halifax, Copley. 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 Exley includes 3 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 Exley

In the last 24 months, 34 planning applications were submitted near Exley. Of these, 96% were approved, with an average decision time of 63 days.

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

At 63 days on average, decisions near Exley slightly exceed the 8-week statutory target for minor applications, though this is common across many councils.

The most common application types near Exley were tree works (16), full planning applications (10), discharge of conditions (7). The significant number of tree-related applications is typical for areas with mature tree cover or active tree preservation orders.

In terms of development scale, 3 medium-scale applications, 31 smaller schemes were submitted.

3 planning appeals were lodged, of which 1 was allowed and 2 were dismissed (33% success rate).

Application Outcomes

Approved: 23 applications
Refused: 1 application
Awaiting decision: 10 applications

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