How long do planning decisions take near Shaw?

The average planning decision time near Shaw is 57 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 Shaw?

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

What types of planning applications are most common near Shaw?

The most common type of planning application near Shaw is tree works applications, with 7 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Shaw?

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Shaw, West Yorkshire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Shaw, West Yorkshire.

West Yorkshire · England · settlement

Planning applications in Shaw are administered by Bradford Metropolitan District Council. View the full Bradford Metropolitan District Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £229,458 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: North Yorkshire
Parliamentary constituency: Skipton and Ripon
LSOA: Craven 007B

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-05.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Shaw based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

6 planning applications found near Shaw.

26/02047/HOU - 25 Moorhouse Lane Oxenhope Keighley West Yorkshire BD22 9RX
Single storey rear extension
Status: Undecided | Council: Bradford | Date: 2026-06-08
- 25 Moorhouse Lane Oxenhope Keighley West Yorkshire BD22 9RX
Single storey rear extension
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Bradford | Date: 2026-06-08
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- Brooks Mill West Shaw Lane Oxenhope Keighley West Yorkshire
Construction of 2 dwellings and associated parking
Status: Undecided | Type: Outline | Council: Bradford | Date: 2026-06-02
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- 1 Crossfield Gardens Oxenhope Keighley West Yorkshire BD22 9DZ
T1 Oak - Remove branch (as marked on the attached photo) which is approximately 5 m from the floor, to give 2m clearance from the property. Branch diameter is approx 50mm at the main stem.
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Bradford | Date: 2026-04-13
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- Land At West Shaw Lane Oxenhope Keighley West Yorkshire
Variation of Condition 2 (approved plans) of planning approval 23/04354/FUL: Approved plans and elevations for plot A to be amended to incorporate the internal changes to better suit the market needs,
Status: Permitted | Type: Conditions | Council: Bradford | Date: 2025-02-20
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- Land 402606 435016 West Shaw Lane Oxenhope Keighley West Yorkshire
Variation of Condition 2 (approved plans) of planning permission 23/04354/FUL: Amend approved plans and elevations for plot B. To incorporate the internal changes to better suit the market needs, exte
Status: Permitted | Type: Conditions | Council: Bradford | Date: 2025-02-20
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A brief summary of Shaw in West Yorkshire

Shaw is a settlement located in West Yorkshire, England.

Property prices in Shaw show an average sale price of £229,458, 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 Shaw a particularly low-crime area.

Shaw has 5 conservation areas within its boundaries: Oxenhope Lower Town, Leeming, Oxenhope Station Road, Haworth, Oxenhope Upper Town. Planning applications within or near these conservation areas 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 Shaw includes 1 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): South Pennine Moors SSSI; 2 Special Areas of Conservation (SAC): South Pennine Moors; 2 Special Protection Areas (SPA): South Pennine Moors Phase 2. These designations may affect planning decisions, as proposals near protected sites require environmental impact assessment and may face additional restrictions.

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

Planning Activity in Shaw

In the last 24 months, 22 planning applications were submitted near Shaw. Of these, 75% were approved, with an average decision time of 57 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 Shaw.

At 57 days on average, decisions near Shaw slightly exceed the 8-week statutory target for minor applications, though this is common across many councils.

The most common application types near Shaw were tree works (7), discharge of conditions (7), full planning applications (3). The significant number of tree-related applications is typical for areas with mature tree cover or active tree preservation orders.

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