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Planning in Thackley

Approved
73%
11 of 14 decided
Decision time
about 7 weeks
on average

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

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About Thackley

Thackley is a small suburb located near Bradford in West Yorkshire, England. It is situated to the south of Idle, bordered to the west by the West Royd area of Shipley, and surrounded by the scenic Leeds and Liverpool Canal. As the northernmost part of Bradford, Thackley lies just south of the River Aire, making it a notable area for planning applications and local developments. It sits within the Bradford district.

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

The area around Thackley has 4 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Thackley 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 Thackley, 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, 45 planning applications were submitted near Thackley. Of these, 73% were approved, with an average decision time of 51 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (13), outline applications (5), tree works (5).

1 planning appeal was lodged, of which 0 were allowed and 1 was dismissed (0% success rate).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Thackley?
In the last 24 months, 45 planning applications were submitted near Thackley. The approval rate is 73%.
How long do planning decisions take near Thackley?
The average planning decision time near Thackley is 51 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 Thackley?
The planning approval rate near Thackley is 73%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Thackley?
The most common type of planning application near Thackley is full planning applications, with 13 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Thackley?
You can search and track planning applications near Thackley on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.