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Planning in Heaton Royds

Approved
82%
46 of 56 decided
Decision time
about 8 weeks
on average

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

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Around Heaton Royds

Postcode districts

BD18 128 applications in the last 12 monthsBD9 134 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 Heaton Royds

Heaton Royds is a settlement located in West Yorkshire, England.

There are currently no active flood warnings for the Heaton Royds 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 (February 2026). This makes Heaton Royds a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Heaton Royds has 8 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Heaton Royds 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 Heaton Royds, 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, 88 planning applications were submitted near Heaton Royds. Of these, 82% were approved, with an average decision time of 55 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (45), outline applications (12), tree works (8).

6 planning appeals were lodged, of which 3 were allowed and 3 were dismissed (50% success rate).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Heaton Royds?
In the last 24 months, 88 planning applications were submitted near Heaton Royds. The approval rate is 82%.
How long do planning decisions take near Heaton Royds?
The average planning decision time near Heaton Royds is 55 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 Heaton Royds?
The planning approval rate near Heaton Royds is 82%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Heaton Royds?
The most common type of planning application near Heaton Royds is full planning applications, with 45 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Heaton Royds?
You can search and track planning applications near Heaton Royds on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.