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Planning in Long Lee

Approved
89%
24 of 27 decided
Decision time
about 12 weeks
on average

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

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Around Long Lee

Postcode districts

BD21 77 applications in the last 12 monthsBD16 101 applications in the last 12 months

Applications in each district in the last 12 months.

Planning authority: Bradford Metropolitan District Council

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About Long Lee

Long Lee and Thwaites Brow are suburbs located approximately one mile southeast of Keighley's town centre in West Yorkshire, England. This area is well-positioned for local amenities and transport links, making it a relevant consideration for planning applications and developments in the region.

Property prices in Long Lee show an average sale price of £215,586, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Long Lee 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 (February 2026). This makes Long Lee a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Long Lee has 3 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Long Lee 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 Long Lee, 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, 41 planning applications were submitted near Long Lee. Of these, 89% were approved, with an average decision time of 82 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (15), discharge of conditions (10), outline applications (7). 2 large-scale developments were submitted during this period.

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 Long Lee?
In the last 24 months, 41 planning applications were submitted near Long Lee. The approval rate is 89%.
How long do planning decisions take near Long Lee?
The average planning decision time near Long Lee is 82 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 Long Lee?
The planning approval rate near Long Lee is 89%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Long Lee?
The most common type of planning application near Long Lee is full planning applications, with 15 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Long Lee?
You can search and track planning applications near Long Lee on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.