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Planning in Wooldale

Approved
92%
105 of 114 decided
Decision time
about 9 weeks
on average

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

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Around Wooldale

Postcode districts

HD9 466 applications in the last 12 monthsHD7 201 applications in the last 12 months

Applications in each district in the last 12 months.

Planning authority: Kirklees Metropolitan Borough Council

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About Wooldale

Wooldale is a picturesque village located within the Holme Valley civil parish in the Kirklees district of West Yorkshire, England. Perched on a hill, it offers scenic views over the Kirkroyds area of New Mill and is home to a community of approximately 2,420 residents. This charming locale may present various opportunities and considerations for planning applications in the region.

Property prices in Wooldale 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 Wooldale 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 Wooldale a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

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

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Wooldale 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 Wooldale, 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, 135 planning applications were submitted near Wooldale. Of these, 92% were approved, with an average decision time of 60 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (45), tree works (32), discharge of conditions (15).

1 planning appeal was lodged, of which 0 were allowed and 1 was dismissed (0% success rate).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Wooldale?
In the last 24 months, 135 planning applications were submitted near Wooldale. The approval rate is 92%.
How long do planning decisions take near Wooldale?
The average planning decision time near Wooldale is 60 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 Wooldale?
The planning approval rate near Wooldale is 92%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Wooldale?
The most common type of planning application near Wooldale is full planning applications, with 45 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Wooldale?
You can search and track planning applications near Wooldale on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.