How long do planning decisions take near Wilberlee?

The average planning decision time near Wilberlee is 205 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 Wilberlee?

The planning approval rate near Wilberlee is 100%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Wilberlee?

The most common type of planning application near Wilberlee is full planning applications, with 2 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Wilberlee?

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Wilberlee, West Yorkshire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Wilberlee, West Yorkshire.

West Yorkshire · England · settlement

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

About Wilberlee

Wilberlee is a quaint hamlet nestled in the Colne Valley within the Kirklees district of West Yorkshire, England. Located close to Huddersfield and the village of Slaithwaite, it is home to the Wilberlee Junior and Infant School, making it a community-focused area with potential for local development and planning opportunities.

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £244,132 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: Kirklees
Parliamentary constituency: Colne Valley
LSOA: Kirklees 052C

Crime Statistics

19 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Crime Breakdown

shoplifting: 8
criminal-damage-arson: 3
violent-crime: 3
anti-social-behaviour: 2
other-theft: 1
public-order: 1
vehicle-crime: 1

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Wilberlee.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Wilberlee based on the last 24 months of planning data.

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A brief summary of Wilberlee in West Yorkshire

Property prices in Wilberlee show an average sale price of £244,132, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry.

There were 19 crimes reported in the Wilberlee area during the most recent period, a moderate level that is broadly in line with similar-sized settlements.

Ecology & Nature Designations

The area around Wilberlee includes 1 Ancient Woodland site. 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 Wilberlee

In the last 24 months, 8 planning applications were submitted near Wilberlee. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 205 days.

This is notably above the national average of approximately 87%, suggesting a relatively permissive planning environment. Applicants near Wilberlee may find that well-prepared applications have a strong chance of success.

With an average of 205 days, decisions near Wilberlee take longer than the statutory targets. Applicants should budget for a 7-month timeline and consider pre-application discussions to avoid delays.

The most common application types near Wilberlee were full planning applications (2), listed building and heritage (2), amendments (1). Full planning applications account for 25% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

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