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Planning in Birley Carr

Approved
86%
12 of 14 decided
Decision time
about 6 weeks
on average

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

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Around Birley Carr

Postcode districts

S6 233 applications in the last 12 monthsS5 119 applications in the last 12 monthsS35 225 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 Birley Carr

Birley Carr is situated within the Southey ward of Sheffield, South Yorkshire, encompassing areas like Fox Hill, New Parson Cross, and Wadsley Bridge. Covering 1.8 square miles in the northern part of the city, the ward had a population of 19,086 residents across 8,295 households as of 2011. It is part of the Sheffield Brightside and Hillsborough constituency, making it a key area for planning applications and community development initiatives.

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

The area around Birley Carr has 2 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Birley Carr 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 Birley Carr, 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, 30 planning applications were submitted near Birley Carr. Of these, 86% were approved, with an average decision time of 42 days.

The most common types were outline applications (3), amendments (2), full planning applications (1).

1 planning appeal was lodged, of which 1 was allowed and 0 were dismissed (100% success rate).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Birley Carr?
In the last 24 months, 30 planning applications were submitted near Birley Carr. The approval rate is 86%.
How long do planning decisions take near Birley Carr?
The average planning decision time near Birley Carr is 42 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 Birley Carr?
The planning approval rate near Birley Carr is 86%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Birley Carr?
The most common type of planning application near Birley Carr is outline applications, with 3 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Birley Carr?
You can search and track planning applications near Birley Carr on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.