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Planning in Hebden Bridge

Approved
78%
49 of 58 decided
Decision time
about 10 weeks
on average

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

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About Hebden Bridge

Hebden Bridge is a vibrant market town located in the Calderdale district of West Yorkshire, England, within the civil parish of Hebden Royd. Nestled in the picturesque Upper Calder Valley, it lies 8 miles west of Halifax and 14 miles northeast of Rochdale, at the confluence of the River Calder and Hebden Water. As the largest settlement in Hebden Royd, it serves as a focal point for local planning applications and community development initiatives.

Property prices in Hebden Bridge show an average sale price of £257,464, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Hebden Bridge 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 Hebden Bridge a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Hebden Bridge has 18 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Hebden Bridge 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 Hebden Bridge, 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, 125 planning applications were submitted near Hebden Bridge. Of these, 78% were approved, with an average decision time of 71 days.

The most common types were tree works (18), discharge of conditions (12), full planning applications (11).

4 planning appeals were lodged, of which 2 were allowed and 2 were dismissed (50% success rate).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Hebden Bridge?
In the last 24 months, 125 planning applications were submitted near Hebden Bridge. The approval rate is 78%.
How long do planning decisions take near Hebden Bridge?
The average planning decision time near Hebden Bridge is 71 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 Hebden Bridge?
The planning approval rate near Hebden Bridge is 78%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Hebden Bridge?
The most common type of planning application near Hebden Bridge is tree works applications, with 18 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Hebden Bridge?
You can search and track planning applications near Hebden Bridge on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.