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Planning in Silsden

Approved
80%
8 of 10 decided
Decision time
about 10 weeks
on average

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

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About Silsden

Silsden is a town and civil parish located in the City of Bradford, West Yorkshire, nestled along the River Aire and the Leeds and Liverpool Canal, and positioned between Keighley and Skipton. As of the 2021 Census, it has a population of 8,390 and encompasses the hamlet of Brunthwaite, making it a vibrant area for potential planning applications and developments. The town has a population of approximately 8,708 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Bradford district.

Property prices in Silsden show an average sale price of £229,458, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry.

In terms of safety, there were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period (May 2026). This makes Silsden 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, Silsden 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 Silsden, 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, 36 planning applications were submitted near Silsden. Of these, 80% were approved, with an average decision time of 69 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (12), discharge of conditions (5), tree works (4).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Silsden?
In the last 24 months, 36 planning applications were submitted near Silsden. The approval rate is 80%.
How long do planning decisions take near Silsden?
The average planning decision time near Silsden is 69 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 Silsden?
The planning approval rate near Silsden is 80%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Silsden?
The most common type of planning application near Silsden is full planning applications, with 12 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Silsden?
You can search and track planning applications near Silsden on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.