How long do planning decisions take near Bow Broom?

The average planning decision time near Bow Broom is 54 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 Bow Broom?

The planning approval rate near Bow Broom is 80%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Bow Broom?

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

How can I track planning applications near Bow Broom?

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Bow Broom, South Yorkshire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Bow Broom, South Yorkshire.

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Property Prices

Average property sale price: £154,494 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: Doncaster
Parliamentary constituency: Doncaster North
LSOA: Doncaster 031D

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Bow Broom.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Bow Broom based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

3 planning applications found near Bow Broom.

- 96-98 Church Street Swinton 9999
Single storey front extension
Council: Rotherham | Date: 2026-05-11
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- 149 Fitzwilliam Street Swinton 0149
Change of use of ground floor of existing public house to a convenience retail store (Use Class E), including installation of new shop frontage and the provision of bollards to the pavement at the fro
Status: Undecided | Type: Amendment | Council: Rotherham | Date: 2026-04-07
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- 5 Albert Street Swinton 0005
Erection of detached garage to rear
Status: Permitted | Council: Rotherham | Date: 2026-01-02
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A brief summary of Bow Broom in South Yorkshire

Bow Broom is a settlement located in South Yorkshire, England.

Property prices in Bow Broom show an average sale price of £154,494, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry.

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

Bow Broom has one conservation area within its boundaries: Swinton. Planning applications within or near this conservation area 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 Bow Broom includes 1 Ancient Woodland site. These designations may affect planning decisions, as proposals near protected sites require environmental impact assessment and may face additional restrictions.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Bow Broom 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 Bow Broom

In the last 24 months, 8 planning applications were submitted near Bow Broom. Of these, 80% were approved, with an average decision time of 54 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 Bow Broom.

The average decision time of 54 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Bow Broom were outline applications (1), amendments (1), other applications (1).

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