How long do planning decisions take near Pledwick?

The average planning decision time near Pledwick is 81 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 Pledwick?

The planning approval rate near Pledwick is 67%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Pledwick?

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

How can I track planning applications near Pledwick?

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Pledwick, West Yorkshire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Pledwick, West Yorkshire.

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £250,889 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: Wakefield
Parliamentary constituency: Wakefield and Rothwell
LSOA: Wakefield 026F

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Pledwick.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Pledwick based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

7 planning applications found near Pledwick.

26/00612/FUL - 18 Kestrel Drive Wakefield WF2 6SB
Conversion and extension to existing garage to form annexe, increase roof height
Status: Undecided | Council: Wakefield Metropolitan | Date: 2026-04-14
26/00542/FUL - 12 Dodworth Drive Wakefield WF2 7EY
Proposed 2 storey extension to side, porch to front
Status: Undecided | Council: Wakefield Metropolitan | Date: 2026-03-27
26/00133/FUL - 1 Woolgreaves Avenue Wakefield WF2 6DX
Replacement fence (retrospective)
Status: Undecided | Council: Wakefield Metropolitan | Date: 2026-03-27
- 485 Barnsley Road Wakefield WF2 6BP
Fell 3 Poplar Trees (2 Trees Granted Consent in App No. 24/01576/TPO)
Status: Rejected | Type: Trees | Council: Wakefield | Date: 2025-11-30
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- 4 Kingsley Close Wakefield WF2 7EB
Demolition of garage, erection of side and rear extension.
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Wakefield | Date: 2025-08-15
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- 9 Carlton Croft Wakefield WF2 6DA
Non-material change to approved application 23/01304/FUL to change roof material type from grey concrete pan roof tile to grey concrete flat roof tile.
Status: Permitted | Type: Amendment | Council: Wakefield | Date: 2024-08-11
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- 637 Barnsley Road Wakefield WF2 6QE
Variation of condition 2 (approved plans) pursuant to approved application 22/01994/FUL, dated 08.12.22 (which granted planning permission for the erection of 1 new dwelling with associated access and
Status: Permitted | Type: Amendment | Council: Wakefield | Date: 2023-12-22
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A brief summary of Pledwick in West Yorkshire

Pledwick is a settlement located in West Yorkshire, England.

Property prices in Pledwick show an average sale price of £250,889, 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 Pledwick a particularly low-crime area.

Pledwick 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 Pledwick includes 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 Pledwick

In the last 24 months, 24 planning applications were submitted near Pledwick. Of these, 67% were approved, with an average decision time of 81 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 Pledwick.

The average decision period of 81 days exceeds the 8-week target for minor applications but falls within the 13-week target for major schemes. Applicants should plan for approximately 12 weeks from submission to decision.

The most common application types near Pledwick were tree works (8), amendments (3), full planning 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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