How long do planning decisions take near Ingbirchworth?

The average planning decision time near Ingbirchworth is 65 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 100%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 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 5 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Ingbirchworth?

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Ingbirchworth, South Yorkshire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Ingbirchworth, South Yorkshire.

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Planning applications in Ingbirchworth are administered by Barnsley Metropolitan Borough Council. View the full Barnsley Metropolitan Borough Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.

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.

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £244,132 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: Kirklees
Parliamentary constituency: Dewsbury and Batley
LSOA: Kirklees 046A

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Ingbirchworth.

Keyword Scorecard

Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Ingbirchworth.

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 Ingbirchworth based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

1 planning application found near Ingbirchworth.

- Falledge Barn, Falledge Lane, Upper Denby, Huddersfield, HD8 8YH
Erection of extension and alterations to agricultural buildings to form one dwelling with access and associated works
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Kirklees | Date: 2025-11-18
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A brief summary of Ingbirchworth in South Yorkshire

Property prices in Ingbirchworth show an average sale price of £244,132, 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 Ingbirchworth a particularly low-crime area.

Ingbirchworth has 2 conservation areas within its boundaries: Upper Denby, Ingbirchworth. 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 Ingbirchworth includes 6 Ancient Woodland sites. These designations may affect planning decisions, as proposals near protected sites require environmental impact assessment and may face additional restrictions.

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Planning Activity in Ingbirchworth

In the last 24 months, 10 planning applications were submitted near Ingbirchworth. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 65 days.

This is notably above the national average of approximately 87%, suggesting a relatively permissive planning environment. Applicants near Ingbirchworth may find that well-prepared applications have a strong chance of success.

At 65 days on average, decisions near Ingbirchworth slightly exceed the 8-week statutory target for minor applications, though this is common across many councils.

The most common application types near Ingbirchworth were full planning applications (5), amendments (2), outline applications (1). Full planning applications account for 50% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

In terms of development scale, 3 medium-scale applications, 7 smaller schemes were submitted.

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