Residents in Holmfield Concerned Over Proposed Battery Energy Storage Site

Residents in Holmfield, Bradford, are voicing concerns over a proposed battery energy storage site near an industrial estate, citing worries about safety, noise, and loss of green space. Despite no formal planning application submitted yet, over 250 individuals have signed a petition against the project. The site’s proximity to a hotel and filming locations has added to the apprehension. Residents fear health impacts, including exacerbation of the ‘Holmfield hum’ noise. The proposed site aims to store 500MW of power for the National Grid, but residents remain unconvinced, citing fire risks and community disruption.