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Holmfirth, West Yorkshire Planning Applications

Track every planning application and planning permission decision near Holmfirth, West Yorkshire. Browse by postcode, view live status and get free email alerts for new developments.

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Planning data sourced from West Yorkshire council planning portal · Statistics based on the last 24 months

About Holmfirth - Planning Applications & Local Development

Holmfirth, situated in the Metropolitan Borough of Kirklees, West Yorkshire, lies 6 miles south of Huddersfield and 14 miles west of Barnsley, with the Peak District National Park just 2 miles to the southwest. Nestled in the picturesque Holme Valley at the confluence of the River Holme and Ribble, the town features charming stone-built cottages on the eastern slopes of the Pennine hills. Its location along the A635 and A6024 roads provides easy access for planning applications and development opportunities in this scenic area.

Property prices in Holmfirth show an average sale price of £282,771, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Holmfirth 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 Holmfirth a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Holmfirth has 1 nature designation nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Holmfirth 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 Holmfirth, visit the local authority's planning portal directly. Planning Signal links to the original council submission for every application listed above.