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Planning in Wilsden

Approved
70%
7 of 10 decided
Decision time
about 8 weeks
on average

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

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Around Wilsden

Postcode districts

BD15 56 applications in the last 12 monthsBD16 101 applications in the last 12 months

Applications in each district in the last 12 months.

Planning authority: Bradford Metropolitan District Council

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About Wilsden

Wilsden is a village and civil parish located in west Bradford, West Yorkshire, approximately 6 miles from the city of Bradford. Nestled near the Aire Valley, it is surrounded by villages such as Denholme, Cullingworth, Harden, Cottingley, and Allerton. Wilsden regained its civil parish status in 2004, and its population grew from 3,697 in 2001 to 4,807 by the 2011 Census, making it a growing community of interest for planning applications. The settlement has a population of approximately 4,631 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Bradford district.

There are currently no active flood warnings for the Wilsden 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 Wilsden a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Wilsden has 2 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Wilsden 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.

To comment on or object to a planning application near Wilsden, 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, 25 planning applications were submitted near Wilsden. Of these, 70% were approved, with an average decision time of 58 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (7), outline applications (5), tree works (3).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Wilsden?
In the last 24 months, 25 planning applications were submitted near Wilsden. The approval rate is 70%.
How long do planning decisions take near Wilsden?
The average planning decision time near Wilsden is 58 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 Wilsden?
The planning approval rate near Wilsden is 70%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Wilsden?
The most common type of planning application near Wilsden is full planning applications, with 7 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Wilsden?
You can search and track planning applications near Wilsden on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.