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Planning in Lawns

Approved
93%
13 of 14 decided
Decision time
about 10 weeks
on average

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

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About Lawns

Lawns is a district located within Wakefield, West Yorkshire, England. This area is part of a vibrant community that may be relevant for those researching planning applications and development opportunities in the region.

Property prices in Lawns 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 Lawns 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 Lawns 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, Lawns 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 Lawns, 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, 24 planning applications were submitted near Lawns. Of these, 93% were approved, with an average decision time of 71 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (9), discharge of conditions (3), amendments (3).

4 planning appeals were lodged, of which 1 was allowed and 3 were dismissed (25% success rate).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Lawns?
In the last 24 months, 24 planning applications were submitted near Lawns. The approval rate is 93%.
How long do planning decisions take near Lawns?
The average planning decision time near Lawns is 71 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 Lawns?
The planning approval rate near Lawns is 93%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Lawns?
The most common type of planning application near Lawns is full planning applications, with 9 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Lawns?
You can search and track planning applications near Lawns on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.