How long do planning decisions take near Oxenhope?

The average planning decision time near Oxenhope is 61 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 67%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Oxenhope?

The most common type of planning application near Oxenhope is tree works applications, with 8 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Oxenhope?

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Oxenhope, West Yorkshire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Oxenhope, West Yorkshire.

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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.

Population: 2,575 (2021)

District: Bradford

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £215,586 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: Bradford
Parliamentary constituency: Keighley and Ilkley
LSOA: Bradford 023D

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Oxenhope.

Keyword Scorecard

Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Oxenhope.

Ecology & Wildlife Constraints (keywords: bats, bat survey, bat roost, great crested newt, GCN...)
Trees & Landscape (keywords: tree preservation order, TPO, arboricultural, tree survey, root protection area...)
Flood & Drainage (keywords: flood zone 2, flood zone 3, flood risk assessment, FRA, surface water...)
Heritage & Conservation (keywords: listed building, grade II, grade II*, grade I, conservation area...)
Green Belt (keywords: green belt, inappropriate development, very special circumstances, openness)
Highways & Access (keywords: visibility splays, highway authority objection, access arrangement, parking provision, transport statement...)
Refusal & Risk Indicators (keywords: refusal, delegated refusal, appeal dismissed, overdevelopment, character and appearance...)
Planning Process & Appeals (keywords: appeal lodged, appeal allowed, appeal dismissed, public inquiry, inspector)

Planning Activity Summary

Approval rates, average decision times, and application type distribution for Oxenhope based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

7 planning applications found near Oxenhope.

- Whin Knowle Cross Lane Oxenhope Keighley West Yorkshire BD22 9LE
Submission of details required by condition 6 (External Facing and Roofing Materials) of planning permission 25/01290/FUL
Status: Undecided | Type: Conditions | Council: Bradford | Date: 2026-02-16
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- The Rookery Hebden Bridge Road Oxenhope Keighley West Yorkshire BD22 9JS
T1 Ash - Tree is to be felled and replaced with an Oak in the rear garden. T2 Sycamore - Radially reduce the east spread from 7m to 5m.
Status: Rejected | Type: Trees | Council: Bradford | Date: 2025-10-16
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- Land West Of Cross Lane Oxenhope Keighley West Yorkshire
Submission of details required by condition 4 (materials) of planning permission 24/04561/REM
Status: Permitted | Type: Conditions | Council: Bradford | Date: 2025-09-16
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24/04561/SUB01 - Land West Of Cross Lane Oxenhope Keighley West Yorkshire
Submission of details required by condition 4 (materials) of planning permission 24/04561/REM
Status: Permitted | Type: Conditions | Council: Bradford | Date: 2025-09-16
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- The Manse Station Road Oxenhope Keighley West Yorkshire BD22 9JJ
A group of Ash trees which we are wanting to cut back to gain 1.5m clearance from the budling, and crown lift by 3m.
Status: Unresolved | Type: Trees | Council: Bradford | Date: 2025-07-30
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- Land At Grid Ref 403238 435086 Keighley Road Oxenhope Keighley West Yorkshire
Cherry - Fell
Status: Unresolved | Type: Trees | Council: Bradford | Date: 2023-06-16
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- Oxenhope Millenium Village Green Station Road Oxenhope Keighley West Yorkshire
All work identified in the survey as follows: Medium priority: G2, T3, T22, T51 and T52 Low priority: T47 Other works; G1,H1, T10-T18 and T47
Status: Unresolved | Type: Trees | Council: Bradford | Date: 2023-06-16
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A brief summary of Oxenhope in West Yorkshire

Property prices in Oxenhope show an average sale price of £215,586, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry.

There were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period. This makes Oxenhope a particularly low-crime area.

Oxenhope has 5 conservation areas within its boundaries: Oxenhope Lower Town, Leeming, Oxenhope Station Road, Haworth, Oxenhope Upper Town. Planning applications within or near these conservation areas are subject to additional scrutiny to preserve the architectural and historic character of the area. Homeowners and developers should be aware that permitted development rights may be restricted.

Ecology & Nature Designations

The area around Oxenhope includes 1 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): South Pennine Moors SSSI; 1 Special Areas of Conservation (SAC): South Pennine Moors; 1 Special Protection Areas (SPA): South Pennine Moors Phase 2. These designations may affect planning decisions, as proposals near protected sites require environmental impact assessment and may face additional restrictions.

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Planning Activity in Oxenhope

In the last 24 months, 23 planning applications were submitted near Oxenhope. Of these, 67% were approved, with an average decision time of 61 days.

This is below the national average of approximately 87%, which may reflect stricter local policies, sensitivity of the area, or higher levels of speculative applications. Pre-application advice is particularly worthwhile near Oxenhope.

At 61 days on average, decisions near Oxenhope slightly exceed the 8-week statutory target for minor applications, though this is common across many councils.

The most common application types near Oxenhope were tree works (8), full planning applications (7), discharge of conditions (6). The significant number of tree-related applications is typical for areas with mature tree cover or active tree preservation orders.

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