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Planning in Lower Altofts

Approved
89%
24 of 26 decided
Decision time
about 11 weeks
on average

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Lower Altofts in the last 24 months, from Wakefield Metropolitan District Council's planning register.

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About Lower Altofts

Lower Altofts is a settlement located in West Yorkshire, England.

Property prices in Lower Altofts show an average sale price of £232,579, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Lower Altofts 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 Lower Altofts 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, Lower Altofts 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 Lower Altofts, 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, 43 planning applications were submitted near Lower Altofts. Of these, 89% were approved, with an average decision time of 78 days.

The most common types were discharge of conditions (18), outline applications (4), tree works (4). 1 large-scale development was submitted during this period.

2 planning appeals were lodged, of which 0 were allowed and 2 were dismissed (0% success rate).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Lower Altofts?
In the last 24 months, 43 planning applications were submitted near Lower Altofts. The approval rate is 89%.
How long do planning decisions take near Lower Altofts?
The average planning decision time near Lower Altofts is 78 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 Lower Altofts?
The planning approval rate near Lower Altofts is 89%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Lower Altofts?
The most common type of planning application near Lower Altofts is discharge of conditions, with 18 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Lower Altofts?
You can search and track planning applications near Lower Altofts on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.