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North Elmsall, West Yorkshire Planning Applications

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About North Elmsall - Planning Applications & Local Development

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 other 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/.

To comment on or object to a planning application near North Elmsall, visit the local authority's planning portal directly. Planning Signal links to the original council submission for every application listed above.