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Planning in Lightcliffe

Approved
72%
13 of 18 decided
Decision time
about 9 weeks
on average

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

Decided by Calderdale Metropolitan Borough CouncilCouncil page

Around Lightcliffe

Postcode districts

HD6 122 applications in the last 12 monthsHX3 236 applications in the last 12 monthsBD12 57 applications in the last 12 months

Applications in each district in the last 12 months.

Planning authority: Calderdale Metropolitan Borough Council

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About Lightcliffe

Lightcliffe is a village located in the Calderdale district of West Yorkshire, England, approximately three miles east of Halifax and two miles northwest of Brighouse. Once a separate parish established in 1846, it offers a rich historical context for planning applications in the area, reflecting its development within the West Riding of Yorkshire.

Property prices in Lightcliffe show an average sale price of £235,458, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Lightcliffe 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 Lightcliffe a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Lightcliffe has 1 nature designation nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Lightcliffe 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 Lightcliffe, 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, 28 planning applications were submitted near Lightcliffe. Of these, 72% were approved, with an average decision time of 64 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (4), discharge of conditions (3), tree works (2).

1 planning appeal was lodged, of which 0 were allowed and 1 was dismissed (0% success rate).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Lightcliffe?
In the last 24 months, 28 planning applications were submitted near Lightcliffe. The approval rate is 72%.
How long do planning decisions take near Lightcliffe?
The average planning decision time near Lightcliffe is 64 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 Lightcliffe?
The planning approval rate near Lightcliffe is 72%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Lightcliffe?
The most common type of planning application near Lightcliffe is full planning applications, with 4 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Lightcliffe?
You can search and track planning applications near Lightcliffe on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.