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Planning in Longwood Edge

Approved
94%
73 of 78 decided
Decision time
about 11 weeks
on average

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

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Around Longwood Edge

Postcode districts

HD3 205 applications in the last 12 monthsHD7 202 applications in the last 12 months

Applications in each district in the last 12 months.

Planning authority: Kirklees Metropolitan Borough Council

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About Longwood Edge

Longwood Edge is a settlement located in West Yorkshire, England.

Property prices in Longwood Edge show an average sale price of £256,229, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Longwood Edge 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 Longwood Edge 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, Longwood Edge 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 Longwood Edge, 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, 89 planning applications were submitted near Longwood Edge. Of these, 94% were approved, with an average decision time of 74 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (41), tree works (12), amendments (11). 2 large-scale developments were submitted during this period.

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Longwood Edge?
In the last 24 months, 89 planning applications were submitted near Longwood Edge. The approval rate is 94%.
How long do planning decisions take near Longwood Edge?
The average planning decision time near Longwood Edge is 74 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 Longwood Edge?
The planning approval rate near Longwood Edge is 94%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Longwood Edge?
The most common type of planning application near Longwood Edge is full planning applications, with 41 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Longwood Edge?
You can search and track planning applications near Longwood Edge on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.