How long do planning decisions take near Aldwarke?

The average planning decision time near Aldwarke is 51 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 Aldwarke?

The planning approval rate near Aldwarke is 100%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Aldwarke?

The most common type of planning application near Aldwarke is advertising, with 3 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Aldwarke?

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Aldwarke, South Yorkshire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Aldwarke, South Yorkshire.

South Yorkshire · England · settlement

Planning applications in Aldwarke are administered by Rotherham Metropolitan Borough Council. View the full Rotherham Metropolitan Borough Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.

About Aldwarke

Aldwarke is an industrial area in South Yorkshire, nestled in the eastern suburbs of Rotherham, just 1.9 miles northeast of the town centre. Known for its significant steelworks facility, Aldwarke also features Aldwarke Lock, part of the Don Navigation Canal that runs alongside the River Don, making it a key location for industrial planning and development in the region.

District: Rotherham

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Area Information

Admin district: Rotherham
Parliamentary constituency: Rotherham
LSOA: Rotherham 014E

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-04.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Aldwarke.

Keyword Scorecard

Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Aldwarke.

Ecology & Wildlife Constraints (keywords: bats, bat survey, bat roost, great crested newt, GCN...)
Trees & Landscape (keywords: tree preservation order, TPO, arboricultural, tree survey, root protection area...)
Flood & Drainage (keywords: flood zone 2, flood zone 3, flood risk assessment, FRA, surface water...)
Heritage & Conservation (keywords: listed building, grade II, grade II*, grade I, conservation area...)
Green Belt (keywords: green belt, inappropriate development, very special circumstances, openness)
Highways & Access (keywords: visibility splays, highway authority objection, access arrangement, parking provision, transport statement...)
Refusal & Risk Indicators (keywords: refusal, delegated refusal, appeal dismissed, overdevelopment, character and appearance...)
Planning Process & Appeals (keywords: appeal lodged, appeal allowed, appeal dismissed, public inquiry, inspector)

Planning Activity Summary

Approval rates, average decision times, and application type distribution for Aldwarke based on the last 24 months of planning data.

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A brief summary of Aldwarke in South Yorkshire

There were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period. This makes Aldwarke a particularly low-crime area.

Aldwarke has one conservation area within its boundaries: Eastwood. Planning applications within or near this conservation area are subject to additional scrutiny to preserve the architectural and historic character of the area. Homeowners and developers should be aware that permitted development rights may be restricted.

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Planning Activity in Aldwarke

In the last 24 months, 9 planning applications were submitted near Aldwarke. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 51 days.

This is notably above the national average of approximately 87%, suggesting a relatively permissive planning environment. Applicants near Aldwarke may find that well-prepared applications have a strong chance of success.

The average decision time of 51 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Aldwarke were advertising consent (3), outline applications (1), amendments (1).

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