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Planning in Athersley North

Approved
88%
15 of 15 decided
Decision time
about 10 weeks
on average

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

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About Athersley North

Athersley North is a settlement located in South Yorkshire, England.

There are currently no active flood warnings for the Athersley North 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 (September 2026). This makes Athersley North a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Athersley North 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.

To comment on or object to a planning application near Athersley North, 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, 28 planning applications were submitted near Athersley North. Of these, 88% were approved, with an average decision time of 73 days.

The most common types were discharge of conditions (9), full planning applications (8), tree works (2). 7 large-scale developments were submitted during this period.

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Athersley North?
In the last 24 months, 28 planning applications were submitted near Athersley North. The approval rate is 88%.
How long do planning decisions take near Athersley North?
The average planning decision time near Athersley North 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 Athersley North?
The planning approval rate near Athersley North is 88%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Athersley North?
The most common type of planning application near Athersley North is discharge of conditions, with 9 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Athersley North?
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