How long do planning decisions take near Painthorpe?

The average planning decision time near Painthorpe is 55 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 Painthorpe?

The planning approval rate near Painthorpe is 75%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Painthorpe?

The most common type of planning application near Painthorpe is tree works applications, with 3 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Painthorpe?

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Painthorpe, West Yorkshire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Painthorpe, West Yorkshire.

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About Painthorpe

Painthorpe is a residential area located in the Wakefield district of West Yorkshire, England, positioned southwest of Crigglestone. As part of a growing community, it offers a range of planning opportunities for development, making it a key area for potential residential and commercial projects.

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Area Information

Admin district: Wakefield
Parliamentary constituency: Ossett and Denby Dale
LSOA: Wakefield 038A

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Painthorpe.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Painthorpe based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

7 planning applications found near Painthorpe.

- 7 Hall Lane Chapelthorpe Wakefield WF4 3JE
1 Spruce and 2 Silver Birch Trees: Crown lift the tree(s) to achieve a maximum clearance over the public footpath of 2.7metres and the public highway of 5.2metres between the branch tips and the footp
Status: Undecided | Type: Trees | Council: Wakefield | Date: 2026-02-27
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- 5 Painthorpe Lane Hall Green Wakefield WF4 3LA
Discharge of Condition 2 (cycle storage), Condition 3 (new access gate to side), Condition 4 (radon) from approved application 24/01661/FUL
Status: Undecided | Type: Conditions | Council: Wakefield | Date: 2026-02-27
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- 9 Cross Road Hall Green Wakefield WF4 3JY
Single storey rear extension with a maximum projection of 6.0m, a maximum height of 3.5m and a maximum eaves height of 3.5m
Status: Permitted | Type: Outline | Council: Wakefield | Date: 2026-02-19
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- Land off Painthorpe Lane, Crigglestone, Wakefield.
Discharge of Condition 3 (Coal Authority), Condition 4 (CMS), Condition 6 (Remediation), Condition 7 (Drainage), Condition 10 (Mining) and Condition 12 (Radon) from approved application 24/02255/FUL a
Status: Undecided | Type: Conditions | Council: Wakefield | Date: 2026-01-05
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- Land off Painthorpe Lane, Crigglestone, Wakefield.
Discharge of Condition 5 (BNG), Condition 8 (AMS/TPP), Condition 9 (Materials), Condition 11 (Landscaping) and Condition 13 (Bats) from approved application 24/02255/FUL as amended by 24/02255/SUB01
Status: Conditions | Type: Conditions | Council: Wakefield | Date: 2026-01-05
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- Land Off Painthorpe Lane Crigglestone Wakefield
Non-material amendment to consent ref no. 24/02255/FUL dated 04.08.2025 (Demolition of existing dwelling and garages and erection of 9 no. new dwellings with all associated works including access) to
Status: Permitted | Type: Amendment | Council: Wakefield | Date: 2025-12-19
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- 14 Haslegrave Park Crigglestone Wakefield WF4 3GA
Application to discharge condition 4 (Boundary treatment) from approved application 06/00786/FUL
Status: Conditions | Type: Conditions | Council: Wakefield | Date: 2024-03-20
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A brief summary of Painthorpe in West Yorkshire

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

Painthorpe has one conservation area within its boundaries: No data available for publication by HE. Planning applications within or near this conservation area 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 Painthorpe includes 1 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Seckar Wood SSSI; 3 Ancient Woodland sites. 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 Painthorpe

In the last 24 months, 13 planning applications were submitted near Painthorpe. Of these, 75% were approved, with an average decision time of 55 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 Painthorpe.

The average decision time of 55 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Painthorpe were tree works (3), discharge of conditions (3), outline applications (2). The significant number of tree-related applications is typical for areas with mature tree cover or active tree preservation orders.

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