How long do planning decisions take near Beighton?

The average planning decision time near Beighton is 35 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 Beighton?

The planning approval rate near Beighton is 33%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Beighton?

The most common type of planning application near Beighton is outline applications, with 1 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Beighton?

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Beighton, South Yorkshire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Beighton, South Yorkshire.

South Yorkshire · England · settlement

Planning applications in Beighton are administered by Sheffield City Council. View the full Sheffield City Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.

About Beighton

Beighton is a historic township situated about 6½ miles southeast of Sheffield city centre, having become part of Sheffield in 1967 when it transitioned from Derbyshire to South Yorkshire. Once renowned for its edge-tool manufacturing, particularly during the late 17th to 19th centuries with the presence of Thomas Staniforth & Co., Beighton also boasts a vibrant community, highlighted by its local ice hockey team, the Beighton Bombers. This rich industrial heritage and community spirit may be relevant for those researching planning applications in the area.

District: Sheffield

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Area Information

Admin district: Sheffield
Parliamentary constituency: Sheffield South East
LSOA: Sheffield 063A

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-05.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Beighton.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Beighton based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

2 planning applications found near Beighton.

- Peak Mouldings Fireplace Centre 53 High Street Beighton Sheffield S20 1EE
Change of use of commercial building (Use Class E) to mixed use comprising 2 no. commercial units and 1 no. residential apartment (Use Class E and Use Class C3)
Status: Rejected | Council: Sheffield | Date: 2025-02-21
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- 7 Ashdown Gardens Sheffield S20 2GR
Demolition of existing garage and erection of a two-storey side extension and single-storey front and rear extensions to dwellinghouse
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Sheffield | Date: 2023-11-26
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A brief summary of Beighton in South Yorkshire

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

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

Planning Activity in Beighton

In the last 24 months, 3 planning applications were submitted near Beighton. Of these, 33% were approved, with an average decision time of 35 days.

This is below the national average of approximately 87%, which may reflect stricter local policies, sensitivity of the area, or higher levels of speculative applications. Pre-application advice is particularly worthwhile near Beighton.

The average decision time of 35 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Beighton were outline applications (1), amendments (1).

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