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Planning in Oxenhope

Approved
72%
13 of 18 decided
Decision time
about 9 weeks
on average

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

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About Oxenhope

Oxenhope is a picturesque village and civil parish located near Keighley in the metropolitan borough of Bradford, West Yorkshire. Historically part of the West Riding of Yorkshire, it has experienced modest population growth, rising from 2,476 in 2001 to 2,626 in 2011. The village is also notable for Oxenhope railway station, the terminus of the heritage Keighley and Worth Valley Railway, making it a unique area for potential planning applications related to tourism and transport developments. The settlement has a population of approximately 2,575 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Bradford district.

There are currently no active flood warnings for the Oxenhope 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 Oxenhope a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Oxenhope has 3 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Oxenhope 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 Oxenhope, 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, 37 planning applications were submitted near Oxenhope. Of these, 72% were approved, with an average decision time of 63 days.

The most common types were outline applications (9), tree works (8), full planning applications (6).

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

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Oxenhope?
In the last 24 months, 37 planning applications were submitted near Oxenhope. The approval rate is 72%.
How long do planning decisions take near Oxenhope?
The average planning decision time near Oxenhope is 63 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 Oxenhope?
The planning approval rate near Oxenhope is 72%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Oxenhope?
The most common type of planning application near Oxenhope is outline applications, with 9 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Oxenhope?
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