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Planning in Horbury Junction

Approved
87%
13 of 15 decided
Decision time
about 16 weeks
on average

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Horbury Junction in the last 24 months, from Wakefield Metropolitan District Council's planning register.

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Around Horbury Junction

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About Horbury Junction

Horbury Junction railway station, located in West Yorkshire, served the village of Horbury from 1850 until its closure in 1927 on the Hallam Line. This historical station played a significant role in the village's connectivity during its operational years, making it a point of interest for those researching planning applications and local development in the area.

Property prices in Horbury Junction show an average sale price of £218,855, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Horbury Junction 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 Horbury Junction a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Horbury Junction 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 Horbury Junction, 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, 37 planning applications were submitted near Horbury Junction. Of these, 87% were approved, with an average decision time of 115 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (6), outline applications (5), discharge of conditions (4).

4 planning appeals were lodged, of which 0 were allowed and 4 were dismissed (0% success rate).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Horbury Junction?
In the last 24 months, 37 planning applications were submitted near Horbury Junction. The approval rate is 87%.
How long do planning decisions take near Horbury Junction?
The average planning decision time near Horbury Junction is 115 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 Horbury Junction?
The planning approval rate near Horbury Junction is 87%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Horbury Junction?
The most common type of planning application near Horbury Junction is full planning applications, with 6 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Horbury Junction?
You can search and track planning applications near Horbury Junction on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.