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Planning in Illingworth

Approved
95%
20 of 21 decided
Decision time
about 9 weeks
on average

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

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About Illingworth

Illingworth is a village located in the Metropolitan Borough of Calderdale, West Yorkshire, falling under the Illingworth and Mixenden ward. As of the 2011 Census, the ward had a population of 12,739 residents and is situated approximately 3.3 miles (5.3 km) north-west of Halifax. This growing community presents various opportunities for planning applications, reflecting its residential development and local amenities. The settlement has a population of approximately 12,739. It sits within the Calderdale district.

There are currently no active flood warnings for the Illingworth 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 Illingworth 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, Illingworth 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 Illingworth, 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 Illingworth. Of these, 95% were approved, with an average decision time of 62 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (3), tree works (3), outline applications (2).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Illingworth?
In the last 24 months, 34 planning applications were submitted near Illingworth. The approval rate is 95%.
How long do planning decisions take near Illingworth?
The average planning decision time near Illingworth is 62 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 Illingworth?
The planning approval rate near Illingworth is 95%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Illingworth?
The most common type of planning application near Illingworth is full planning applications, with 3 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Illingworth?
You can search and track planning applications near Illingworth on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.