How long do planning decisions take near Brierley?

The average planning decision time near Brierley is 56 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 Brierley?

The planning approval rate near Brierley is 100%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Brierley?

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

How can I track planning applications near Brierley?

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Brierley, South Yorkshire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Brierley, South Yorkshire.

South Yorkshire · England · settlement

Planning applications in Brierley are administered by Barnsley Metropolitan Borough Council. View the full Barnsley Metropolitan Borough Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.

About Brierley

Brierley is a village located in the Metropolitan Borough of Barnsley, South Yorkshire, nestled on a modest escarpment near the West Yorkshire border. Primarily situated south of the A628 road, Brierley features a tightly clustered settlement surrounded by greenery and is less than 2 miles southwest of Hemsworth. This location offers potential for various planning applications, given its proximity to major routes and neighbouring communities.

Population: 7,267 (2011)

District: Barnsley

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Area Information

Admin district: Wakefield
Parliamentary constituency: Normanton and Hemsworth
LSOA: Wakefield 040C

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-05.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Brierley.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Brierley based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

2 planning applications found near Brierley.

- Bluebell Cottage, Brierley Road, Brierley, Barnsley, S72 9JQ
Lawful Development Certificate for proposed change of use from a dwelling (Use Class C3) to a children's residential care home (Use Class C2)
Status: Permitted | Type: Outline | Council: Barnsley | Date: 2025-09-17
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- The Old Quarry, Common Road, Brierley, Barnsley, S72 9EA
Single storey rear extension to 2 storey detached dwelling
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Barnsley | Date: 2024-04-15
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A brief summary of Brierley in South Yorkshire

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

Brierley has 2 conservation areas within its boundaries: No data available for publication by HE, Brierley. 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 Brierley 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 Brierley

In the last 24 months, 1 planning applications were submitted near Brierley. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 56 days.

This is notably above the national average of approximately 87%, suggesting a relatively permissive planning environment. Applicants near Brierley may find that well-prepared applications have a strong chance of success.

The average decision time of 56 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Brierley were outline applications (1).

1 planning appeal was lodged, of which 1 was allowed and 0 were dismissed (100% success rate). This relatively high appeal success rate suggests that the local authority may be refusing some applications that the Planning Inspectorate considers acceptable.

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