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Planning in Riddlesden

Approved
96%
23 of 24 decided
Decision time
about 9 weeks
on average

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

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About Riddlesden

Riddlesden is a suburb located in Keighley, West Yorkshire, England, situated along the scenic Leeds and Liverpool Canal. This area offers a blend of residential living and access to waterways, making it an interesting location for planning applications related to housing and community development.

Property prices in Riddlesden show an average sale price of £229,458, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Riddlesden 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 Riddlesden a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Riddlesden has 5 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Riddlesden 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.

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To comment on or object to a planning application near Riddlesden, 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, 48 planning applications were submitted near Riddlesden. Of these, 96% were approved, with an average decision time of 66 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (25), outline applications (8), tree works (4).

2 planning appeals were lodged, of which 2 were allowed and 0 were dismissed (100% success rate).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Riddlesden?
In the last 24 months, 48 planning applications were submitted near Riddlesden. The approval rate is 96%.
How long do planning decisions take near Riddlesden?
The average planning decision time near Riddlesden is 66 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 Riddlesden?
The planning approval rate near Riddlesden is 96%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Riddlesden?
The most common type of planning application near Riddlesden is full planning applications, with 25 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Riddlesden?
You can search and track planning applications near Riddlesden on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.