How long do planning decisions take near Heath Common?

The average planning decision time near Heath Common is 164 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 Heath Common?

The planning approval rate near Heath Common is 100%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Heath Common?

The most common type of planning application near Heath Common is discharge of conditions, with 3 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Heath Common?

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Heath Common, West Yorkshire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Heath Common, West Yorkshire.

West Yorkshire · England · settlement

Planning applications in Heath Common are administered by Wakefield Metropolitan District Council. View the full Wakefield Metropolitan District Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.

About Heath Common

Heath Common is a settlement located in the civil parish of Washington, West Sussex, England, approximately 1.5 miles east of Storrington and 0.5 miles west of the A24. Development in the area commenced in the 1920s when Vera Pragnell acquired 50 acres of land to establish a utopian commune called The Sanctuary. This historical context may be pertinent for those considering planning applications in Heath Common, as it reflects the area's unique community heritage.

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £218,855 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: Wakefield
Parliamentary constituency: Wakefield and Rothwell
LSOA: Wakefield 020E

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-05.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Heath Common based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

3 planning applications found near Heath Common.

26/00604/FUL - Ivy Cottage Doncaster Road Wakefield WF1 5DB
Replacement dwelling (including demolition of existing)
Status: Undecided | Council: Wakefield | Date: 2026-04-10
26/00388/FUL - 87 Little Wood Crescent Wakefield WF1 5FH
Sile storey extension to rear
Status: Undecided | Council: Wakefield | Date: 2026-04-02
- School House Heath Wakefield WF1 5SN
Replacement of existing polycarbonate roof with glass
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Wakefield | Date: 2024-12-07
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A brief summary of Heath Common in West Yorkshire

Property prices in Heath Common show an average sale price of £218,855, 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 Heath Common a particularly low-crime area.

Heath Common has one conservation area within its boundaries: No data available for publication by HE. Planning applications within or near this conservation area 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 Heath Common includes 1 Ancient Woodland site. 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 Heath Common

In the last 24 months, 14 planning applications were submitted near Heath Common. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 164 days.

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

With an average of 164 days, decisions near Heath Common take longer than the statutory targets. Applicants should budget for a 6-month timeline and consider pre-application discussions to avoid delays.

The most common application types near Heath Common were discharge of conditions (3), outline applications (2), listed building and heritage (2).

In terms of development scale, 2 medium-scale applications, 8 smaller schemes were submitted.

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