How long do planning decisions take near Upper Hopton?

The average planning decision time near Upper Hopton is 42 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 Upper Hopton?

The planning approval rate near Upper Hopton is 33%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Upper Hopton?

The most common type of planning application near Upper Hopton is tree works applications, with 6 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Upper Hopton?

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Upper Hopton, West Yorkshire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Upper Hopton, West Yorkshire.

West Yorkshire · England · settlement

Planning applications in Upper Hopton are administered by Kirklees Metropolitan Borough Council. View the full Kirklees Metropolitan Borough Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £225,780 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: Kirklees
Parliamentary constituency: Spen Valley
LSOA: Kirklees 026B

Crime Statistics

35 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Crime Breakdown

violent-crime: 14
shoplifting: 5
criminal-damage-arson: 4
other-theft: 4
burglary: 2
public-order: 2
vehicle-crime: 2
anti-social-behaviour: 1
other-crime: 1

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Upper Hopton based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

8 planning applications found near Upper Hopton.

- 1, Cheviot Way, Upper Hopton, Mirfield, WF14 8HW
Work to trees TPO 22/95
Type: Trees | Council: Kirklees | Date: 2026-05-22
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2026/91425 - 1, Cheviot Way, Upper Hopton, Mirfield, WF14 8HW
Work to trees TPO 22/95
Status: Approved | Council: Kirklees | Date: 2026-05-22
2026/91204 - 17, Hopton Avenue, Upper Hopton, Mirfield, WF14 8JW
Work to trees TPO 22/95
Status: Undecided | Council: Kirklees | Date: 2026-05-04
- 17, Hopton Avenue, Upper Hopton, Mirfield, WF14 8JW
Work to trees TPO 22/95
Type: Trees | Council: Kirklees | Date: 2026-05-04
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- 9, Fairways, Upper Hopton, Mirfield, WF14 8PY
Work to trees TPO 22/95
Status: Conditions | Type: Trees | Council: Kirklees | Date: 2026-02-10
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- 49F, Jackroyd Lane, Upper Hopton, Mirfield, WF14 8HX
Erection of single storey side extension
Type: Full | Council: Kirklees | Date: 2026-02-06
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- 112, Hopton Lane, Upper Hopton, Mirfield, WF14 8JP
Work to trees TPO 22/95
Status: Conditions | Type: Trees | Council: Kirklees | Date: 2026-01-09
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- 5, Hopton Hall Lane, Upper Hopton, Mirfield, WF14 8EP
Demolition of existing garage and erection of outbuilding with associated external alterations
Status: Rejected | Type: Full | Council: Kirklees | Date: 2024-03-20
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A brief summary of Upper Hopton in West Yorkshire

Upper Hopton is a settlement located in West Yorkshire, England.

Property prices in Upper Hopton show an average sale price of £225,780, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry.

The Upper Hopton area recorded 35 crimes in the most recent reporting period. As with any urban or suburban area, prospective residents may wish to review the detailed crime breakdown for further context.

Upper Hopton has one conservation area within its boundaries: Upper Hopton. Planning applications within or near this conservation area 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 Upper Hopton includes 6 Ancient Woodland sites. These designations may affect planning decisions, as proposals near protected sites require environmental impact assessment and may face additional restrictions.

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Planning Activity in Upper Hopton

In the last 24 months, 15 planning applications were submitted near Upper Hopton. Of these, 33% were approved, with an average decision time of 42 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 Upper Hopton.

The average decision time of 42 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Upper Hopton were tree works (6), full planning applications (3), discharge of conditions (2). The significant number of tree-related applications is typical for areas with mature tree cover or active tree preservation orders.

In terms of development scale, 1 large-scale (major) development, 12 smaller schemes were submitted.

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