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20 applications received or decided in the last 90 days · within 1 km of the centre of Meltham · updated daily · Kirklees Metropolitan Borough Council

Planning in Meltham

Approved
93%
38 of 41 decided
Decision time
about 8 weeks
on average

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

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Around Meltham

Postcode districts

HD9 466 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 Meltham

Meltham is a town and civil parish in the Metropolitan Borough of Kirklees, West Yorkshire, situated in the picturesque Holme Valley, just 5 miles south-west of Huddersfield and on the fringes of the Peak District National Park. As of the 2021 Census, Meltham had a population of 8,590 residents across 3,695 households, reflecting a steady growth from earlier counts. This charming community offers a unique blend of rural and urban living, making it an interesting area for planning applications and development opportunities. The settlement has a population of approximately 9,012 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Kirklees district.

Property prices in Meltham show an average sale price of £282,771, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Meltham 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 Meltham a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Meltham has 4 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Meltham 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. Further local information can be found on the community website at http://www.kirkleesmc.gov.uk/you-kmc/parishcouncil/meltham.shtml.

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To comment on or object to a planning application near Meltham, 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, 54 planning applications were submitted near Meltham. Of these, 93% were approved, with an average decision time of 57 days.

The most common types were tree works (14), full planning applications (13), discharge of conditions (4).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Meltham?
In the last 24 months, 54 planning applications were submitted near Meltham. The approval rate is 93%.
How long do planning decisions take near Meltham?
The average planning decision time near Meltham is 57 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 Meltham?
The planning approval rate near Meltham is 93%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Meltham?
The most common type of planning application near Meltham is tree works applications, with 14 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Meltham?
You can search and track planning applications near Meltham on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.