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Planning in Wheldale

Approved
100%
12 of 12 decided
Decision time
about 21 weeks
on average

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

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About Wheldale

Wheldale is a settlement located in West Yorkshire, England.

Property prices in Wheldale show an average sale price of £628,485, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Wheldale 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 Wheldale a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Wheldale has 1 nature designation nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Wheldale 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 Wheldale, 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, 13 planning applications were submitted near Wheldale. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 146 days.

The most common types were discharge of conditions (9), amendments (2). 1 large-scale development was submitted during this period.

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Wheldale?
In the last 24 months, 13 planning applications were submitted near Wheldale. The approval rate is 100%.
How long do planning decisions take near Wheldale?
The average planning decision time near Wheldale is 146 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 Wheldale?
The planning approval rate near Wheldale is 100%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Wheldale?
The most common type of planning application near Wheldale is discharge of conditions, with 9 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Wheldale?
You can search and track planning applications near Wheldale on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.