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Planning in Spen

Approved
87%
33 of 36 decided
Decision time
about 10 weeks
on average

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Spen in the last 24 months, from Kirklees Metropolitan Borough Council's planning register.

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Around Spen

Postcode districts

BD19 125 applications in the last 12 monthsWF15 61 applications in the last 12 monthsBD11 59 applications in the last 12 months

Applications in each district in the last 12 months.

Planning authority: Kirklees Metropolitan Borough Council

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About Spen

Spen is a settlement located in West Yorkshire, England.

There are currently no active flood warnings for the Spen 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 Spen a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Spen has 2 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

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

To comment on or object to a planning application near Spen, 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, 57 planning applications were submitted near Spen. Of these, 87% were approved, with an average decision time of 68 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (16), tree works (9), amendments (6). 1 large-scale development was submitted during this period.

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Spen?
In the last 24 months, 57 planning applications were submitted near Spen. The approval rate is 87%.
How long do planning decisions take near Spen?
The average planning decision time near Spen is 68 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 Spen?
The planning approval rate near Spen is 87%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Spen?
The most common type of planning application near Spen is full planning applications, with 16 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Spen?
You can search and track planning applications near Spen on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.