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Planning in Flockton

Approved
92%
11 of 12 decided
Decision time
about 10 weeks
on average

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

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About Flockton

Flockton is a village located in the civil parish of Kirkburton, within the Kirklees district of West Yorkshire, England. Situated midway between Huddersfield and Wakefield, Flockton had an estimated population of 2,107 in 2020, making it a small yet vibrant community that may be of interest for local planning applications.

There are currently no active flood warnings for the Flockton 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 Flockton a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Flockton has 4 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

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

To comment on or object to a planning application near Flockton, 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, 19 planning applications were submitted near Flockton. Of these, 92% were approved, with an average decision time of 73 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (4), discharge of conditions (2), outline applications (1).

1 planning appeal was lodged, of which 0 were allowed and 1 was dismissed (0% success rate).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Flockton?
In the last 24 months, 19 planning applications were submitted near Flockton. The approval rate is 92%.
How long do planning decisions take near Flockton?
The average planning decision time near Flockton is 73 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 Flockton?
The planning approval rate near Flockton is 92%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Flockton?
The most common type of planning application near Flockton is full planning applications, with 4 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Flockton?
You can search and track planning applications near Flockton on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.