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Planning in Beauchief

Approved
83%
29 of 33 decided
Decision time
about 9 weeks
on average

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

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Around Beauchief

Postcode districts

S8 187 applications in the last 12 monthsS17 180 applications in the last 12 months

Applications in each district in the last 12 months.

Planning authority: Sheffield City Council

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About Beauchief

Beauchief and Greenhill ward, located in the southern part of Sheffield, encompasses the suburban areas of Batemoor, Beauchief, Chancet Wood, Greenhill, Jordanthorpe, Lowedges, and Meadowhead. Covering 2.4 square miles (6.2 km²), the ward had an estimated population of 19,669 residents living in 9,209 households as of 2016. This demographic information is essential for understanding the planning landscape and community needs in the area.

There are currently no active flood warnings for the Beauchief 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 Beauchief a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Beauchief has 9 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Beauchief 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 Beauchief, 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, 54 planning applications were submitted near Beauchief. Of these, 83% were approved, with an average decision time of 60 days.

The most common types were outline applications (8), full planning applications (7), discharge of conditions (2).

2 planning appeals were lodged, of which 0 were allowed and 2 were dismissed (0% success rate).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Beauchief?
In the last 24 months, 54 planning applications were submitted near Beauchief. The approval rate is 83%.
How long do planning decisions take near Beauchief?
The average planning decision time near Beauchief 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 Beauchief?
The planning approval rate near Beauchief is 83%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Beauchief?
The most common type of planning application near Beauchief is outline applications, with 8 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Beauchief?
You can search and track planning applications near Beauchief on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.