Holmfirth, West Yorkshire Planning Applications
Recent planning applications near Holmfirth, West Yorkshire.
West Yorkshire · England · Town
About Holmfirth
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.
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Town Insights
Property Prices
Average property sale price: £267,561 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).
Area Information
- Admin district: Kirklees
- Parliamentary constituency: Colne Valley
- LSOA: Kirklees 055E
Crime Statistics
0 crimes reported in 2026-02.
Flood Risk
No active flood warnings near Holmfirth.
Keyword Scorecard
Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Holmfirth.
- 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 Holmfirth based on the last 24 months of planning data.
Nearby Applications
26 planning applications found near Holmfirth.
- 2026/90871 - 26, Station Road, Holmfirth, HD9 1AB
Removal of existing dormer and installation of rooflights to front and rear with associated works (within a Conservation Area)
Status: Undecided | Council: Kirklees | Date: 2026-03-30 - - 26, Station Road, Holmfirth, HD9 1AB
Removal of existing dormer and installation of rooflights to front and rear with associated works (within a Conservation Area)
Type: Full | Council: Kirklees | Date: 2026-03-30
View full details - - 18, Cliff Lane, Holmfirth, HD9 1XE
Erection of front porch and single storey infill extension with associated alterations
Type: Full | Council: Kirklees | Date: 2026-03-17
View full details - 2026/90754 - 18, Cliff Lane, Holmfirth, HD9 1XE
Erection of front porch and single storey infill extension with associated alterations
Status: Undecided | Council: Kirklees | Date: 2026-03-17 - 2026/90614 - 130b, Huddersfield Road, Holmfirth, HD9 3AS
Work to trees within a Conservation Area
Status: Approved | Council: Kirklees | Date: 2026-03-03 - - 130b, Huddersfield Road, Holmfirth, HD9 3AS
Work to trees within a Conservation Area
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Kirklees | Date: 2026-03-03
View full details - - 39, Hightown Lane, Holmfirth, HD9 3HY
Work to trees within a Conservation Area
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Kirklees | Date: 2026-02-12
View full details - - Whinney Dene, West Field Lane, Wooldale, Holmfirth, HD9 1RD
Demolition of existing dwelling and erection of building for holiday accommodation
Type: Full | Council: Kirklees | Date: 2026-02-05
View full details - - 16, Royd Mount, Holmfirth, HD9 2QZ
Dead or Dangerous Tree to TPO 06a/07/a1
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Kirklees | Date: 2026-02-02
View full details - - 182 Huddersfield Road, Thongsbridge, Holmfirth, HD9 3TP
Work to trees TPO HO1/71
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Kirklees | Date: 2026-02-01
View full details - - 16, Royd Mount, Holmfirth, HD9 2QZ
Dead or Dangerous Tree to TPO 06a/07
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Kirklees | Date: 2026-01-14
View full details - - Holmfirth Indoor Market, Huddersfield Road, Holmfirth, HD9 3JH
Proposed use of car park for an Open-Air Market three days per week including associated works (within a Conservation Area)
Type: Full | Council: Kirklees | Date: 2026-01-12
View full details - - 29, Cliff Road, Holmfirth, HD9 1UY
Discharge of details reserved by condition 4 on previous permission 2025/90752 for Erection of single storey front extension, replace existing balcony, external changes to windows and internal alterat
Type: Conditions | Council: Kirklees | Date: 2026-01-12
View full details - - Holmfirth Tech, 142 , Huddersfield Road, Holmfirth, HD9 3AR
Variation of condition 4a (opening hours) and removal of condition 4b (opening hours) on previous permission 2024/91458 for variation of conditions 2 (Car Park Management Plan), 4 (opening hours), 6 (
Status: Conditions | Type: Conditions | Council: Kirklees | Date: 2025-11-28
View full details - - Bamforths Warehouse, Station Road, Holmfirth, HD9 1AB
Removal of condition 6 (access and parking areas) on previous permission 2015/91697 for change of use of ground and first floor (levels 1 and 2) from B8 to A2/B1 (retail and office), change of use of
Type: Conditions | Council: Kirklees | Date: 2025-10-23
View full details - - Kingdom Hall, Station Road, Holmfirth, HD9 1AB
Work to TPO 08/99 within a Conservation Area
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Kirklees | Date: 2025-10-22
View full details - - 19A, Back Lane, Holmfirth, HD9 1HG
Work to trees within a Conservation Area
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Kirklees | Date: 2025-10-14
View full details - - 71B-71C, Huddersfield Road, Holmfirth, HD9 3AZ
Installation of new shop front and X1 condenser unit (within a Conservation Area)
Type: Full | Council: Kirklees | Date: 2025-10-13
View full details - - 186, Huddersfield Road, Thongsbridge, Holmfirth, HD9 3TP
Work to TPO(s) HO1/71
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Kirklees | Date: 2025-10-10
View full details - - Sands House, 188, Huddersfield Road, Thongsbridge, Holmfirth, HD9 3TP
Work to TPO(s) HO1/71
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Kirklees | Date: 2025-10-07
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A brief summary of Holmfirth in West Yorkshire
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 £267,561, 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 Holmfirth a particularly low-crime area.
Holmfirth has 4 conservation areas within its boundaries: Wooldale, Netherthong, Underbank, Holmfirth. 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 Holmfirth 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.
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.
Planning Activity in Holmfirth
In the last 24 months, 48 planning applications were submitted near Holmfirth. Of these, 87% were approved, with an average decision time of 37 days.
This is broadly in line with the national average of approximately 87%. Holmfirth maintains a standard approach to planning decisions.
The average decision time of 37 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.
The most common application types near Holmfirth were tree works (20), full planning applications (13), discharge of conditions (4). The significant number of tree-related applications is typical for areas with mature tree cover or active tree preservation orders.
Application Outcomes
- Approved: 20 applications
- Refused: 2 applications
- Withdrawn: 1 application
- Awaiting decision: 23 applications
Nearby Towns
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- Under Bank planning applications
- Cartworth planning applications
- Upperthong planning applications
- Totties planning applications
- Wooldale planning applications
- Netherthong planning applications
- Thongsbridge planning applications
- Washpit planning applications
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.