How long do planning decisions take near Lupset?

The average planning decision time near Lupset is 47 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 Lupset?

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

What types of planning applications are most common near Lupset?

The most common type of planning application near Lupset is outline applications, with 3 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Lupset?

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Lupset, West Yorkshire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Lupset, West Yorkshire.

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About Lupset

Lupset is a suburb of Wakefield, a cathedral city in West Yorkshire, England, situated along the River Calder. As of the 2021 census, Wakefield had a population of 109,766, marking significant growth from 99,251 in 2011. The city serves as the administrative centre for the Metropolitan Borough of Wakefield, which has a total population of approximately 367,666, making it one of the most populous districts in England and a key area for planning applications in the region.

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £250,889 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: Wakefield
Parliamentary constituency: Wakefield and Rothwell
LSOA: Wakefield 026A

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Lupset.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Lupset based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

4 planning applications found near Lupset.

26/00538/FUL - 10 Thornesgate Mews Wakefield WF2 8FJ
Proposed single storey rear extension (sunroom)
Status: Undecided | Council: Wakefield Metropolitan | Date: 2026-03-31
- George-A-Green Court Lupset Wakefield WF2 8EF
Discharge of Condition 3 (Mining), Condition 4 (Radon), Condition 5 (Biodiversity Gains Plan), Condition 6 (HMMP), Condition 7 (Biodiversity Enhancement Plan), Condition 8 (CEMP) and Condition 9 (Exte
Status: Undecided | Type: Conditions | Council: Wakefield | Date: 2026-03-03
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- 220 Horbury Road Wakefield WF2 8RE
Illuminated advertisement scheme
Status: Undecided | Type: Advertising | Council: Wakefield | Date: 2025-10-14
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- 136 Horbury Road Wakefield WF2 8BQ
Two-storey side extension with set down (part-retrospective) and rear dormer
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Wakefield | Date: 2025-08-13
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A brief summary of Lupset in West Yorkshire

Property prices in Lupset show an average sale price of £250,889, 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 Lupset a particularly low-crime area.

Lupset has one conservation area within its boundaries: No data available for publication by HE. Planning applications within or near this conservation area 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.

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Planning Activity in Lupset

In the last 24 months, 11 planning applications were submitted near Lupset. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 47 days.

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

The average decision time of 47 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Lupset were outline applications (3), full planning applications (2), discharge of conditions (2).

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