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Planning in Greengates

Approved
84%
53 of 63 decided
Decision time
about 7 weeks
on average

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Greengates in the last 24 months, from Bradford Metropolitan District Council's planning register.

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Around Greengates

Postcode districts

LS28 332 applications in the last 12 monthsBD10 83 applications in the last 12 monthsBD2 127 applications in the last 12 months

Applications in each district in the last 12 months.

Planning authority: Bradford Metropolitan District Council

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About Greengates

Greengates is a suburban area located in the north-east of Bradford, West Yorkshire, bordered by Idle and Thackley to the north-west, and Thorpe Edge to the west. To the south lies Ravenscliffe, with the village of Eccleshill further beyond, while Apperley Bridge is situated to the north. The east of Greengates transitions into the Leeds Metropolitan District, where the village of Calverley can be found. This context is vital for anyone researching planning applications in the area, as the surrounding neighborhoods influence local development and community planning. It sits within the Bradford district.

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

The area around Greengates has 5 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Greengates 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 Greengates, 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, 85 planning applications were submitted near Greengates. Of these, 84% were approved, with an average decision time of 46 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (33), tree works (15), outline applications (12).

3 planning appeals were lodged, of which 0 were allowed and 3 were dismissed (0% success rate).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Greengates?
In the last 24 months, 85 planning applications were submitted near Greengates. The approval rate is 84%.
How long do planning decisions take near Greengates?
The average planning decision time near Greengates is 46 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 Greengates?
The planning approval rate near Greengates is 84%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Greengates?
The most common type of planning application near Greengates is full planning applications, with 33 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Greengates?
You can search and track planning applications near Greengates on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.