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Planning in Wilshaw

Approved
100%
16 of 16 decided
Decision time
about 6 weeks
on average

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Wilshaw in the last 24 months, from Kirklees Metropolitan Borough Council's planning register.

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About Wilshaw

Wilshaw, located in West Yorkshire, is a small village known for its historical significance and picturesque scenery. The area has connections to notable figures, including Dennis Wilshaw, an English footballer, and Michael Wilshaw, a prominent education leader. Researchers exploring planning applications in Wilshaw will find a community rich in history and potential for development.

Property prices in Wilshaw show an average sale price of £282,771, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Wilshaw 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 Wilshaw a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

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

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Wilshaw 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 Wilshaw, 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, 20 planning applications were submitted near Wilshaw. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 42 days.

The most common types were tree works (9), full planning applications (5), outline applications (1).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Wilshaw?
In the last 24 months, 20 planning applications were submitted near Wilshaw. The approval rate is 100%.
How long do planning decisions take near Wilshaw?
The average planning decision time near Wilshaw is 42 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 Wilshaw?
The planning approval rate near Wilshaw is 100%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Wilshaw?
The most common type of planning application near Wilshaw is tree works applications, with 9 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Wilshaw?
You can search and track planning applications near Wilshaw on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.