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11 applications received or decided in the last 90 days · within 1 km of the centre of South Elmsall · updated daily · Wakefield Metropolitan District Council

Planning in South Elmsall

Approved
90%
19 of 21 decided
Decision time
about 9 weeks
on average

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

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Around South Elmsall

Postcode districts

WF9 93 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 South Elmsall

South Elmsall, a town and civil parish in the City of Wakefield, West Yorkshire, is located east of Hemsworth. With a population that grew from 6,107 in 2001 to 6,519 by the 2011 Census, South Elmsall presents a vibrant community for potential development and planning opportunities. The settlement has a population of approximately 7,566 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Wakefield district.

Property prices in South Elmsall show an average sale price of £191,010, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the South Elmsall 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 South Elmsall a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around South Elmsall has 1 nature designation nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, South Elmsall 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 South Elmsall, 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, 37 planning applications were submitted near South Elmsall. Of these, 90% were approved, with an average decision time of 66 days.

The most common types were outline applications (10), full planning applications (5), discharge of conditions (4). 2 large-scale developments were submitted during this period.

5 planning appeals were lodged, of which 2 were allowed and 3 were dismissed (40% success rate).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near South Elmsall?
In the last 24 months, 37 planning applications were submitted near South Elmsall. The approval rate is 90%.
How long do planning decisions take near South Elmsall?
The average planning decision time near South Elmsall 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 South Elmsall?
The planning approval rate near South Elmsall is 90%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near South Elmsall?
The most common type of planning application near South Elmsall is outline applications, with 10 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near South Elmsall?
You can search and track planning applications near South Elmsall on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.