Search North Elmsall planning applications

15 applications received or decided in the last 12 months · within 1 km of the centre of North Elmsall · updated daily · Wakefield Metropolitan District Council

Only 5 applications in the last 90 days, so this shows the last 12 months.

Showing 1 to 5 of 15 · received or decided in the last 12 months

55 West Avenue South Elmsall Pontefract WF9 2DNApprovedSingle storey rear extension with a maximum projection of 4m, a maximum height of 4m, and a maximum eaves height of 2.9m.Received 7 Oct 2026Decided 2 Nov 202626/01783/GPD
34 High Street Upton Pontefract WF9 1HGAwaiting decisionDischarge of conditions 3 (Render), 4 (Car parking spaces), 5 (Boundary treatment), 6 (Cycle parking), and 7 (EV Charging) from approved application 26/00936/FUL.Received 2 Oct 202626/00936/SUB01
Superdrug Stores Plc Stadium Way Dale Lane South Elmsall Pontefract WF9 2XPAwaiting decisionNon-material amendment to approved application 26/00273/FUL dated 19th May 2026 (external refurbishment of the existing building and associated physical works including new fencing and gates, creation of new parking spaces and revised servicing areas) for minor elevational changesReceived 14 Sep 202626/00273/NMC01
The Overlook Mill Lane South Elmsall Pontefract WF9 2DRAwaiting decisionErection of detached outbuilding for purposes incidental to the enjoyment of the dwellingCertificate Proposed Lawful Use or DevReceived 20 Aug 202626/01402/CPL
34 High Street Upton Pontefract WF9 1HGApprovedChange of use from social club (Sui Generis) to day centre (Class E)Full ApplicationReceived 1 Jun 2026Decided 27 Jul 202626/00936/FUL

Planning in North Elmsall

Approved: 76%; 13 of 17 decided
Decision time: about 14 weeks; on average

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

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Around North Elmsall

Postcode districts

WF9 93 applications in the last 12 months

Applications in each district in the last 12 months.

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Planning authority: Wakefield Metropolitan District Council

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About North Elmsall

North Elmsall is a village located within the civil parish of Upton and North Elmsall in the City of Wakefield district of West Yorkshire. The population has seen a decline from 4,093 in 2001 to 3,873 in 2011. Situated approximately seven miles from Pontefract and nine miles from both Barnsley and Doncaster, it offers a strategic location for planning applications, particularly given its historical ties to the Hemsworth Rural District prior to 1974. The settlement has a population of approximately 4,066 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Upton and North Elmsall district.

Property prices in North Elmsall show an average sale price of £191,010, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the North Elmsall 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 North Elmsall a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around North Elmsall has 1 nature designation nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, North Elmsall 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.up-ne-parishcouncil.co.uk/.

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To comment on or object to a planning application near North Elmsall, 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, 24 planning applications were submitted near North Elmsall. Of these, 76% were approved, with an average decision time of 95 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (7), outline applications (4), discharge of conditions (4). 1 large-scale development was submitted during this period.

5 planning appeals were lodged, of which 1 was allowed and 4 were dismissed (20% success rate).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near North Elmsall?

In the last 24 months, 24 planning applications were submitted near North Elmsall. The approval rate is 76%.

How long do planning decisions take near North Elmsall?

The average planning decision time near North Elmsall is 95 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 North Elmsall?

The planning approval rate near North Elmsall is 76%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near North Elmsall?

The most common type of planning application near North Elmsall is full planning applications, with 7 submissions in the last 24 months.

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