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Planning in Painthorpe

Only 6 decisions near Painthorpe in the last 2 years, too few to judge an approval rate.

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

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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.

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

The area around Painthorpe has 4 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Painthorpe 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 Painthorpe, 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, 27 planning applications were submitted near Painthorpe.

The most common types were tree works (3), discharge of conditions (3), amendments (2).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Painthorpe?
In the last 24 months, 27 planning applications were submitted near Painthorpe.
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?
You can search and track planning applications near Painthorpe on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.