How long do planning decisions take near Birley Edge?

The average planning decision time near Birley Edge is 62 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 Edge?

The planning approval rate near Birley Edge is 75%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Birley Edge?

The most common type of planning application near Birley Edge is outline applications, with 3 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Birley Edge?

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Birley Edge, South Yorkshire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Birley Edge, South Yorkshire.

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Area Information

Admin district: Sheffield
Parliamentary constituency: Sheffield Hallam
LSOA: Sheffield 023A

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Birley Edge.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Birley Edge based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

2 planning applications found near Birley Edge.

- Bushfire Basecamp 427 Halifax Road Wadsley Bridge Sheffield S35 8PB
Use of vacant church building (Use Class F1) as a childrens play centre (Use Class E)
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Sheffield | Date: 2025-06-23
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- 88 Doe Royd Crescent Sheffield S5 8GE
Submission of details relating to condition 3 (Bin and bike store details) of planning permission no. 21/03587/FUL
Status: Conditions | Type: Conditions | Council: Sheffield | Date: 2023-01-06
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A brief summary of Birley Edge in South Yorkshire

Birley Edge is a settlement located in South Yorkshire, England.

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

Birley Edge has 2 conservation areas within its boundaries: Grenoside, Middlewood Park. Planning applications within or near these conservation areas 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.

Ecology & Nature Designations

The area around Birley Edge includes 2 Ancient Woodland sites. These designations may affect planning decisions, as proposals near protected sites require environmental impact assessment and may face additional restrictions.

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Planning Activity in Birley Edge

In the last 24 months, 9 planning applications were submitted near Birley Edge. Of these, 75% were approved, with an average decision time of 62 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 Birley Edge.

At 62 days on average, decisions near Birley Edge slightly exceed the 8-week statutory target for minor applications, though this is common across many councils.

The most common application types near Birley Edge were outline applications (3), full planning applications (2), amendments (2).

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