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Planning in Oakworth

Approved
79%
34 of 42 decided
Decision time
about 9 weeks
on average

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

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About Oakworth

Oakworth is a village located in the civil parish of Keighley within the Bradford district of West Yorkshire, England. Nestled by the River Worth, its name reflects its origins in a densely wooded area, making it a unique site for planning applications that consider both its historical context and natural surroundings. It sits within the Keighley district.

Property prices in Oakworth show an average sale price of £229,458, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry.

In terms of safety, there were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period (May 2026). This makes Oakworth 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, Oakworth 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 Oakworth, 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, 66 planning applications were submitted near Oakworth. Of these, 79% were approved, with an average decision time of 62 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (21), tree works (21), outline applications (10).

1 planning appeal was lodged, of which 1 was allowed and 0 were dismissed (100% success rate).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Oakworth?
In the last 24 months, 66 planning applications were submitted near Oakworth. The approval rate is 79%.
How long do planning decisions take near Oakworth?
The average planning decision time near Oakworth is 62 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 Oakworth?
The planning approval rate near Oakworth is 79%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Oakworth?
The most common type of planning application near Oakworth is full planning applications, with 21 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Oakworth?
You can search and track planning applications near Oakworth on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.