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Planning in Warmfield

Approved
93%
13 of 14 decided
Decision time
about 11 weeks
on average

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

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Around Warmfield

Postcode districts

WF1 187 applications in the last 12 monthsWF6 81 applications in the last 12 monthsWF4 246 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 Warmfield

Warmfield cum Heath is a civil parish located in the City of Wakefield, West Yorkshire, just over a mile east of Wakefield. The area boasts 57 listed buildings, making it a significant site for heritage and planning considerations. This rich architectural history may be of particular interest to those researching planning applications in the region.

Property prices in Warmfield show an average sale price of £218,855, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Warmfield 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 Warmfield a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Warmfield 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 Warmfield, 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, 16 planning applications were submitted near Warmfield. Of these, 93% were approved, with an average decision time of 79 days.

The most common types were amendments (5), full planning applications (3), outline applications (2).

5 planning appeals were lodged, of which 1 was allowed and 4 were dismissed (20% success rate).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Warmfield?
In the last 24 months, 16 planning applications were submitted near Warmfield. The approval rate is 93%.
How long do planning decisions take near Warmfield?
The average planning decision time near Warmfield is 79 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 Warmfield?
The planning approval rate near Warmfield is 93%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Warmfield?
The most common type of planning application near Warmfield is amendment applications, with 5 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Warmfield?
You can search and track planning applications near Warmfield on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.