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Planning in Hartshead

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

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

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About Hartshead

Hartshead is a quaint village located in the Kirklees district of West Yorkshire, England, situated just 3.7 miles west of Dewsbury and close to Hartshead Moor. This charming community may present various planning opportunities and developments for those interested in the area's growth and infrastructure. It sits within the Kirklees district.

Property prices in Hartshead show an average sale price of £219,490, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry.

In terms of safety, there were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period (May 2026). This makes Hartshead a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Hartshead has 2 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Hartshead 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 Hartshead, 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, 17 planning applications were submitted near Hartshead. Of these, 92% were approved, with an average decision time of 75 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (8), discharge of conditions (3), tree works (2).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Hartshead?
In the last 24 months, 17 planning applications were submitted near Hartshead. The approval rate is 92%.
How long do planning decisions take near Hartshead?
The average planning decision time near Hartshead is 75 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 Hartshead?
The planning approval rate near Hartshead is 92%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Hartshead?
The most common type of planning application near Hartshead is full planning applications, with 8 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Hartshead?
You can search and track planning applications near Hartshead on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.