How long do planning decisions take near Littletown?

The average planning decision time near Littletown is 54 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 Littletown?

The planning approval rate near Littletown is 100%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Littletown?

The most common type of planning application near Littletown is full planning applications, with 9 submissions in the last 24 months.

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Littletown, West Yorkshire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Littletown, West Yorkshire.

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

About Littletown

Littletown, located in the Liversedge district of West Yorkshire, England, has a rich history as part of the West Riding of Yorkshire. The town centre underwent significant changes in the 1960s when much of it was demolished for road widening, shaping its current landscape and potential for future planning applications.

District: Kirklees

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £219,490 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: Kirklees
Parliamentary constituency: Spen Valley
LSOA: Kirklees 009D

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-05.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Littletown.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Littletown based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

5 planning applications found near Littletown.

2026/91525 - Penryhn, 52, Knowler Hill, Millbridge, Liversedge, WF15 6DT
Demolition of existing garage and erection of two storey side extension and single storey rear extension, including installation of velux rooflights, lean-to roof to existing dwelling and associated a
Status: Undecided | Council: Kirklees | Date: 2026-06-04
2026/91183 - 98, Listing Lane, Littletown, Liversedge, WF15 6EZ
Non material amendment to previous permission 2024/90423 for erection of two storey side extension
Status: Undecided | Council: Kirklees | Date: 2026-04-29
- 25, Radulf Gardens, Littletown, Liversedge, WF15 6AS
Erection of single storey rear extension
Type: Full | Council: Kirklees | Date: 2026-03-04
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- 36, Knowler Hill, Millbridge, Liversedge, WF15 6DT
Erection of single storey side extension
Type: Full | Council: Kirklees | Date: 2026-02-24
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- 108, Radulf Gardens, Littletown, Liversedge, WF15 6AT
Variation condition 4 (window glazing) on previous permission 2023/92423 for erection of rear orangery and associated alterations
Status: Rejected | Type: Conditions | Council: Kirklees | Date: 2024-01-09
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A brief summary of Littletown in West Yorkshire

Property prices in Littletown show an average sale price of £219,490, 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 Littletown a particularly low-crime area.

Littletown has 2 conservation areas within its boundaries: Gomersal, Little Gomersal. 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 Littletown 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 Littletown

In the last 24 months, 34 planning applications were submitted near Littletown. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 54 days.

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

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 Littletown were full planning applications (9), tree works (7), amendments (5). Full planning applications account for 26% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

1 planning appeal was lodged, of which 1 was allowed and 0 were dismissed (100% success rate). This relatively high appeal success rate suggests that the local authority may be refusing some applications that the Planning Inspectorate considers acceptable.

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