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Planning in Haworth

Approved
79%
44 of 56 decided
Decision time
about 9 weeks
on average

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

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About Haworth

Haworth is a picturesque village located within the civil parish of Haworth with Stanbury in Bradford district, West Yorkshire. Nestled in the scenic Pennines, it lies 3 miles south-west of Keighley and is conveniently situated near other villages such as Oakworth, Oxenhope, and Stanbury. This charming location is ideal for those researching planning applications, given its proximity to major towns like Halifax, Bradford, and Colne. The settlement has a population of approximately 6,723 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Bradford district.

Property prices in Haworth show an average sale price of £229,458, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Haworth 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 Haworth a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Haworth 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 Haworth, 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, 73 planning applications were submitted near Haworth. Of these, 79% were approved, with an average decision time of 60 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (24), tree works (15), outline applications (9). 1 large-scale development was submitted during this period.

1 planning appeal was lodged, of which 1 was allowed and 0 were dismissed (100% success rate).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Haworth?
In the last 24 months, 73 planning applications were submitted near Haworth. The approval rate is 79%.
How long do planning decisions take near Haworth?
The average planning decision time near Haworth is 60 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 Haworth?
The planning approval rate near Haworth is 79%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Haworth?
The most common type of planning application near Haworth is full planning applications, with 24 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Haworth?
You can search and track planning applications near Haworth on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.