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Planning in Ingbirchworth

Approved
95%
21 of 21 decided
Decision time
about 13 weeks
on average

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

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About Ingbirchworth

Ingbirchworth is a village located in the civil parish of Gunthwaite and Ingbirchworth, within the Barnsley district of South Yorkshire, England, near the border with Kirklees in West Yorkshire. The population has seen steady growth, from 400 in the 2001 Census to approximately 600 today, reflecting an increasing interest in the area. This growth may influence planning applications and developments in the region as it continues to evolve.

Property prices in Ingbirchworth show an average sale price of £256,229, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Ingbirchworth 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 Ingbirchworth a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Ingbirchworth has 6 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Ingbirchworth 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 Ingbirchworth, 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, 30 planning applications were submitted near Ingbirchworth. Of these, 95% were approved, with an average decision time of 90 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (15), outline applications (2), tree works (2).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Ingbirchworth?
In the last 24 months, 30 planning applications were submitted near Ingbirchworth. The approval rate is 95%.
How long do planning decisions take near Ingbirchworth?
The average planning decision time near Ingbirchworth is 90 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 Ingbirchworth?
The planning approval rate near Ingbirchworth is 95%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Ingbirchworth?
The most common type of planning application near Ingbirchworth is full planning applications, with 15 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Ingbirchworth?
You can search and track planning applications near Ingbirchworth on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.