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Planning in Sandal Magna

Approved
91%
29 of 32 decided
Decision time
about 9 weeks
on average

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

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Around Sandal Magna

Postcode districts

WF2 203 applications in the last 12 monthsWF1 189 applications in the last 12 monthsWF5 57 applications in the last 12 months

Applications in each district in the last 12 months.

Planning authority: Wakefield Metropolitan District Council

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About Sandal Magna

Sandal Magna, a historic suburb of Wakefield in West Yorkshire, boasts a population of 5,432 as of the 2001 census. Located just 2 miles south of Wakefield and 8 miles north of Barnsley, it is home to the notable Sandal Castle and is referenced in the Domesday Book. The area is also historically significant, being the site of the Battle of Wakefield during the 15th-century Wars of the Roses, making it a point of interest for planning applications related to heritage and conservation.

Property prices in Sandal Magna show an average sale price of £218,855, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Sandal Magna 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 Sandal Magna a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Sandal Magna 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 Sandal Magna, 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, 62 planning applications were submitted near Sandal Magna. Of these, 91% were approved, with an average decision time of 64 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (13), outline applications (11), tree works (11).

5 planning appeals were lodged, of which 1 was allowed and 4 were dismissed (20% success rate).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Sandal Magna?
In the last 24 months, 62 planning applications were submitted near Sandal Magna. The approval rate is 91%.
How long do planning decisions take near Sandal Magna?
The average planning decision time near Sandal Magna is 64 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 Sandal Magna?
The planning approval rate near Sandal Magna is 91%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Sandal Magna?
The most common type of planning application near Sandal Magna is full planning applications, with 13 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Sandal Magna?
You can search and track planning applications near Sandal Magna on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.