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Planning in Woodkirk

Approved
72%
18 of 22 decided
Decision time
about 10 weeks
on average

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Woodkirk in the last 24 months, from Leeds City Council's planning register.

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Around Woodkirk

Postcode districts

WF3 124 applications in the last 12 monthsWF12 126 applications in the last 12 months

Applications in each district in the last 12 months.

Planning authority: Leeds City Council

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About Woodkirk

Woodkirk is a historic village located in West Yorkshire, nestled between Leeds and Dewsbury. It features a Grade II listed parish church, highlighting its architectural significance. While traditionally serving as the centre of the parish of West Ardsley, the nearby settlement of Tingley has since grown considerably larger, making Woodkirk a unique area for planning applications amidst evolving community dynamics.

Property prices in Woodkirk show an average sale price of £217,428, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry.

In terms of safety, there were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period (May 2026). This makes Woodkirk a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Woodkirk has 5 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Woodkirk 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 Woodkirk, 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, 31 planning applications were submitted near Woodkirk. Of these, 72% were approved, with an average decision time of 73 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (9), discharge of conditions (4), outline applications (3). 2 large-scale developments were submitted during this period.

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Woodkirk?
In the last 24 months, 31 planning applications were submitted near Woodkirk. The approval rate is 72%.
How long do planning decisions take near Woodkirk?
The average planning decision time near Woodkirk is 73 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 Woodkirk?
The planning approval rate near Woodkirk is 72%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Woodkirk?
The most common type of planning application near Woodkirk is full planning applications, with 9 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Woodkirk?
You can search and track planning applications near Woodkirk on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.