Linthwaite, West Yorkshire Planning Applications
Recent planning applications near Linthwaite, West Yorkshire.
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About Linthwaite
Linthwaite is a village located in the Kirklees district of West Yorkshire, England, approximately 4 miles west of Huddersfield, along the A62 in the scenic Colne Valley. Historically part of the West Riding of Yorkshire, the village, along with Blackmoorfoot, had a population of 3,835 as recorded in the 2001 census, making it a notable area for potential planning applications and community development initiatives.
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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: Colne Valley
- LSOA: Kirklees 038B
Crime Statistics
0 crimes reported in 2026-02.
Flood Risk
No active flood warnings near Linthwaite.
Keyword Scorecard
Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Linthwaite.
- 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 Linthwaite based on the last 24 months of planning data.
Nearby Applications
7 planning applications found near Linthwaite.
- 2026/91011 - 19, Howden Close, Cowlersley, Huddersfield, HD4 5XB
Certificate of lawfulness for proposed removal of existing conservatory and erection of single storey rear extension
Status: Undecided | Council: Kirklees | Date: 2026-04-10 - - Christ Church Grounds, 6 Church Lane, Linthwaite, Huddersfield, West Yorkshire, HD7 5TE
Work to trees TPO 32a/97
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Kirklees | Date: 2026-01-26
View full details - - 128, Gillroyd Lane, Linthwaite, Huddersfield, HD7 5SR
Listed Building Consent for replacement windows (within a Conservation Area)
Status: Permitted | Type: Heritage | Council: Kirklees | Date: 2026-01-15
View full details - - adj, 143, Kinder Avenue, Cowlersley, Huddersfield, HD4 5XD
Erection of two dwellings
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Kirklees | Date: 2025-07-16
View full details - - 24, Broad Oak, Cowlersley Lane, Linthwaite, Huddersfield, HD7 5TE
Removal of conservatory and erection of single storey rear extension, alterations to patio and external stairs/steps and associated alterations to dwelling
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Kirklees | Date: 2025-03-05
View full details - - 161, Causeway Side, Linthwaite, Huddersfield, HD7 5SJ
Deemed application via enforcement appeal APP/Z4718/C/24/3344445 for erection of dormer extension to the rear
Type: Other | Council: Kirklees | Date: 2024-05-16
View full details - - 39, Hazel Grove, Cowlersley Lane, Linthwaite, Huddersfield, HD7 5TQ
Certificate of lawfulness for proposed rear dormer
Status: Permitted | Type: Amendment | Council: Kirklees | Date: 2023-04-25
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A brief summary of Linthwaite in West Yorkshire
Linthwaite is a village located in the Kirklees district of West Yorkshire, England, approximately 4 miles west of Huddersfield, along the A62 in the scenic Colne Valley. Historically part of the West Riding of Yorkshire, the village, along with Blackmoorfoot, had a population of 3,835 as recorded in the 2001 census, making it a notable area for potential planning applications and community development initiatives.
Property prices in Linthwaite 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 Linthwaite a particularly low-crime area.
Linthwaite has 5 conservation areas within its boundaries: Milnsbridge, Wellhouse, Golcar, South Crosland, Linthwaite. 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 Linthwaite includes 1 Ancient Woodland site. 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 Linthwaite
In the last 24 months, 36 planning applications were submitted near Linthwaite. Of these, 82% were approved, with an average decision time of 54 days.
This is below the national average of approximately 87%, which may reflect stricter local policies, sensitivity of the area, or higher levels of speculative applications. Pre-application advice is particularly worthwhile near Linthwaite.
The average decision time of 54 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.
The most common application types near Linthwaite were tree works (10), full planning applications (6), amendments (3). The significant number of tree-related applications is typical for areas with mature tree cover or active tree preservation orders.
Nearby Towns
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Related Planning Guides
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- What Is Permitted Development? — Permitted development rights allow certain building works and changes of use without the need to apply for planning permission.
- How Long Does Planning Permission Take? — Typical timelines for planning permission decisions in the UK, from submission to approval, and what can cause delays.