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Overton, West Yorkshire Planning Applications

Track every planning application and planning permission decision near Overton, West Yorkshire. Browse by postcode, view live status and get free email alerts for new developments.

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Planning data sourced from West Yorkshire council planning portal · Statistics based on the last 24 months

About Overton - Planning Applications & Local Development

Overton is a village located in West Yorkshire, England, approximately 5.5 miles south-west of Wakefield and 4 miles south of Ossett. It is adjacent to the larger village of Middlestown to the north-east and lies near Coxley Woods, less than a mile to the south-east. This strategic position makes Overton an area of interest for planning applications, particularly concerning local development and environmental considerations.

Property prices in Overton show an average sale price of £218,855, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Overton 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 Overton a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Overton has 6 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Overton 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.

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