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Planning in Holywell Green

Approved
94%
16 of 17 decided
Decision time
about 9 weeks
on average

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

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Around Holywell Green

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About Holywell Green

Holywell Green is a picturesque village located within the civil parish of Stainland and District in Calderdale, West Yorkshire. Nestled about 1.4 miles south-west of Elland and roughly 3.3 miles south of Halifax, it is also just 3.9 miles north-west of Huddersfield. As part of the Greetland and Stainland Ward, this village offers potential insights for those researching planning applications and developments in the area.

Property prices in Holywell Green show an average sale price of £191,434, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Holywell Green 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 Holywell Green a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Holywell Green has 3 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Holywell Green 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 Holywell Green, 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, 34 planning applications were submitted near Holywell Green. Of these, 94% were approved, with an average decision time of 64 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (4), tree works (2), discharge of conditions (2).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Holywell Green?
In the last 24 months, 34 planning applications were submitted near Holywell Green. The approval rate is 94%.
How long do planning decisions take near Holywell Green?
The average planning decision time near Holywell Green is 64 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 Holywell Green?
The planning approval rate near Holywell Green is 94%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Holywell Green?
The most common type of planning application near Holywell Green is full planning applications, with 4 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Holywell Green?
You can search and track planning applications near Holywell Green on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.