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Planning in Utley

Approved
80%
20 of 25 decided
Decision time
about 11 weeks
on average

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

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About Utley

Utley is a suburban village in West Yorkshire, situated about 1.5 miles from the centre of Keighley. This proximity to the town centre makes it a relevant area for planning applications, offering a blend of residential and community development opportunities. The settlement has a population of approximately 5,500. It sits within the Keighley district.

Property prices in Utley 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 Utley a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

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

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Utley 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 Utley, 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 Utley. Of these, 80% were approved, with an average decision time of 76 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (32), outline applications (8), tree works (4).

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 Utley?
In the last 24 months, 57 planning applications were submitted near Utley. The approval rate is 80%.
How long do planning decisions take near Utley?
The average planning decision time near Utley is 76 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 Utley?
The planning approval rate near Utley is 80%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Utley?
The most common type of planning application near Utley is full planning applications, with 32 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Utley?
You can search and track planning applications near Utley on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.