Heaton, West Yorkshire Planning Applications
Recent planning applications near Heaton, West Yorkshire.
West Yorkshire · England · settlement
Planning applications in Heaton are administered by Bradford Metropolitan District Council. View the full Bradford Metropolitan District Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.
About Heaton
Heaton is a vibrant area within Bradford, West Yorkshire, characterized by its diverse communities and historical significance as part of the West Riding of Yorkshire. With a population of over 17,000, it encompasses the villages of Frizinghall, Heaton, and Daisy Hill, bordered by Chellow Heights Reservoir and the Bradford-Shipley railway line. The area features notable landmarks such as the former St Bede's Grammar School and the Bishop of Bradford's official residence, alongside an array of amenities including pubs, shops, and restaurants, as well as recreational spaces like Heaton Woods and five golf courses.
Population: 17,121
District: Bradford
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Area Information
- Admin district: Bradford
- Parliamentary constituency: Bradford West
- LSOA: Bradford 033B
Crime Statistics
0 crimes reported in 2026-02.
Flood Risk
No active flood warnings near Heaton.
Keyword Scorecard
Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Heaton.
- 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 Heaton based on the last 24 months of planning data.
Nearby Applications
25 planning applications found near Heaton.
- - 33 Heaton Park Drive Bradford West Yorkshire BD9 5QQ
Hip to gable and dormer to the front and rear
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Bradford | Date: 2026-07-01
View full details - 26/02353/HOU - 33 Heaton Park Drive Bradford West Yorkshire BD9 5QQ
Hip to gable and dormer to the front and rear
Status: Undecided | Council: Bradford | Date: 2026-07-01 - - 8 Bingley Road Bradford West Yorkshire BD9 6HH
Hip to gable roof extension with dormer windows to front and rear
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Bradford | Date: 2026-06-22
View full details - 26/02235/HOU - 8 Bingley Road Bradford West Yorkshire BD9 6HH
Hip to gable roof extension with dormer windows to front and rear
Status: Undecided | Council: Bradford | Date: 2026-06-22 - - 11 Bingley Road Bradford West Yorkshire BD9 6HR
Construction of single storey rear extension of the following dimensions: Depth of proposed extension from rear wall of original dwelling house: 6.00m Maximum height of proposed extension: 4.00m Heigh
Status: Undecided | Type: Outline | Council: Bradford | Date: 2026-06-17
View full details - 26/02162/PNH - 11 Bingley Road Bradford West Yorkshire BD9 6HR
Construction of single storey rear extension of the following dimensions: Depth of proposed extension from rear wall of original dwelling house: 6.00m Maximum height of proposed extension: 4.00m Heigh
Status: Undecided | Council: Bradford | Date: 2026-06-17 - 26/01613/HOU - 24 Duchy Avenue Bradford West Yorkshire BD9 5NE
Demolition of existing boundary wall and construction of new boundary wall, pedestrian gate and vehicular access
Status: Undecided | Council: Bradford | Date: 2026-05-08 - - 59 Duchy Drive Bradford West Yorkshire BD9 5LS
Single storey rear extension and creation of a ground floor W.C
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Bradford | Date: 2026-05-05
View full details - - 57 Duchy Drive Bradford West Yorkshire BD9 5LS
Single-storey rear extension and two-storey side extension
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Bradford | Date: 2026-04-23
View full details - - 62 Duchy Avenue Bradford West Yorkshire BD9 5NB
Single storey rear extension and enlarged front and rear dormer windows
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Bradford | Date: 2026-03-26
View full details - - 6 Bingley Road Bradford West Yorkshire BD9 6HH
Hip to gable roof enlargement and rear dormer window
Status: Undecided | Type: Outline | Council: Bradford | Date: 2026-03-25
View full details - - 44 Shay Drive Bradford West Yorkshire BD9 5PP
Non material amendment to planning permission (24/02906/HOU) to (Change of material to front and rear dormer from Composite cladding, horizontally laid with grey finish, to Precoated Aluminium claddin
Status: Undecided | Type: Amendment | Council: Bradford | Date: 2026-03-20
View full details - - 33 Heaton Park Drive Bradford West Yorkshire BD9 5QQ
Construction of single storey rear extension of the following dimensions: Depth of proposed extension from rear wall of original dwellinghouse: 6m Maximum height of proposed extension: 3.3m Height to
Status: Undecided | Type: Outline | Council: Bradford | Date: 2026-02-25
View full details - - 44 Shay Drive Bradford West Yorkshire BD9 5PP
Non material amendment to planning permission (24/02906/HOU) to (Change of material to the rear dormer from Composite cladding, horizontally laid with grey finish, to Precoated Aluminium cladding, ver
Status: Permitted | Type: Amendment | Council: Bradford | Date: 2026-01-22
View full details - - 15 Shay Crescent Bradford West Yorkshire BD9 5PW
Two storey side and rear extension; single storey rear extension; front porch
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Bradford | Date: 2026-01-05
View full details - - 3 Haworth Grove Bradford West Yorkshire BD9 5PE
Two storey side extension above an existing side extension, with ridge lower than existing and materials in keeping with the original building
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Bradford | Date: 2025-12-29
View full details - - 3 Roydscliffe Road Bradford West Yorkshire BD9 5PT
Erection of front porch extension and roof alternations with front and rear dormers
Status: Rejected | Type: Full | Council: Bradford | Date: 2025-12-16
View full details - - 20 High Park Drive Bradford West Yorkshire BD9 6HS
Non material amendment to planning permission 24/03377/HOU: Change side bedroom window to Juliet balcony
Status: Permitted | Type: Amendment | Council: Bradford | Date: 2025-12-03
View full details - - 2 Ryelands Grove Bradford West Yorkshire BD9 6HJ
Non-material amendment to planning permission to 23/02578/HOU; The first floor will be brought out approximately 400mm to line up with the ground floor on the side/rear extension, on the side facing B
Status: Permitted | Type: Amendment | Council: Bradford | Date: 2025-11-18
View full details - - 437 Toller Lane Bradford West Yorkshire BD9 5NX
Side and rear wrap around extension, replacement porch and out building and car parking to the front
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Bradford | Date: 2025-11-17
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A brief summary of Heaton in West Yorkshire
Heaton is a vibrant area within Bradford, West Yorkshire, characterized by its diverse communities and historical significance as part of the West Riding of Yorkshire. With a population of over 17,000, it encompasses the villages of Frizinghall, Heaton, and Daisy Hill, bordered by Chellow Heights Reservoir and the Bradford-Shipley railway line. The area features notable landmarks such as the former St Bede's Grammar School and the Bishop of Bradford's official residence, alongside an array of amenities including pubs, shops, and restaurants, as well as recreational spaces like Heaton Woods and five golf courses. The settlement has a population of approximately 17,121. It sits within the Bradford district.
There were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period. This makes Heaton a particularly low-crime area.
Heaton has 3 conservation areas within its boundaries: Whetley Grove, North Park Road, Heaton Estates. Planning applications within or near these conservation areas 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 Heaton includes 5 Ancient Woodland sites. 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 Heaton
In the last 24 months, 80 planning applications were submitted near Heaton. Of these, 94% were approved, with an average decision time of 52 days.
This is notably above the national average of approximately 87%, suggesting a relatively permissive planning environment. Applicants near Heaton may find that well-prepared applications have a strong chance of success.
The average decision time of 52 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.
The most common application types near Heaton were full planning applications (32), outline applications (14), discharge of conditions (10). Full planning applications account for 40% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.
1 planning appeal was lodged, of which 0 were allowed and 1 was dismissed (0% success rate). This low success rate indicates that the council's refusal decisions are generally upheld by the Planning Inspectorate.
Application Outcomes
- Approved: 30 applications
- Refused: 2 applications
- Awaiting decision: 48 applications
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Related Planning Guides
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- What Is Permitted Development? — Permitted development rights allow certain building works and changes of use without the need to apply for planning permission.
- How Long Does Planning Permission Take? — Typical timelines for planning permission decisions in the UK, from submission to approval, and what can cause delays.