How long do planning decisions take near Broom?

The average planning decision time near Broom 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 Broom?

The planning approval rate near Broom is 67%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Broom?

The most common type of planning application near Broom is other, with 5 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Broom?

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Broom, South Yorkshire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Broom, South Yorkshire.

South Yorkshire · England · settlement

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

About Broom

Broom is a suburban area in Rotherham, South Yorkshire, situated approximately 2 miles southeast of Rotherham town centre. With a population of around 900, Broom features a mix of semi-detached housing and local amenities, including three pubs and Broom United football club. The area, rich in history, is located on the site of a former Roman fortification and was once a Saxon trading town, making it a unique location for potential planning applications.

Population: 900

District: Rotherham

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £203,231 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: Rotherham
Parliamentary constituency: Rother Valley
LSOA: Rotherham 023F

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-05.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Broom.

Keyword Scorecard

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

Nearby Applications

8 planning applications found near Broom.

- 5 Spinneyfield Moorgate 0005
Erection of a two storey side & rear extension, single storey rear extension, increase in roof height to create rooms in roof space with dormer windows to rear & porch to front
Status: Undecided | Council: Rotherham | Date: 2026-05-18
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- 51 Shenstone Road Herringthorpe 0051
First floor side extension and conversion of garage to habitable space
Status: Undecided | Council: Rotherham | Date: 2026-02-23
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- 263 Wickersley Road Herringthorpe 0263
Application to vary conditions 03 (sound insulation), 04 (opening hours), 06 (outdoor seating) & 07 (doors and windows) imposed by RB2025/0338
Status: Undecided | Type: Conditions | Council: Rotherham | Date: 2026-02-16
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- 39 Herringthorpe Avenue Herringthorpe 0039
Two storey rear extension, dormer window to side and alterations to roofspace
Status: Undecided | Council: Rotherham | Date: 2026-02-12
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- 97 Middle Lane South Herringthorpe 0097
Two storey side and part single part two storey rear extension
Status: Permitted | Council: Rotherham | Date: 2026-01-26
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- 11-13 Chaucer Road Herringthorpe 0011
Erection of front porch and canopy, raised parking area with ramps and single storey rear extension with ramp to rear
Status: Permitted | Council: Rotherham | Date: 2026-01-23
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- 24 Spinneyfield Moorgate 0024
Proposed external ramps to front and rear of property
Status: Permitted | Council: Rotherham | Date: 2023-06-14
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- Broom Lane Medical Centre Broom Lane Broom 0070
Discharge of condtions 3,4 (part) & 6 imposed by RB2020/1989
Status: Permitted | Type: Conditions | Council: Rotherham | Date: 2023-03-17
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A brief summary of Broom in South Yorkshire

Property prices in Broom show an average sale price of £203,231, 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 Broom a particularly low-crime area.

Broom has 3 conservation areas within its boundaries: Eastwood, Whiston, Moorgate. 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 Broom 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 Broom

In the last 24 months, 30 planning applications were submitted near Broom. Of these, 67% were approved, with an average decision time of 56 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 Broom.

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 Broom were other applications (5), outline applications (3), discharge of conditions (3).

In terms of development scale, 6 medium-scale applications, 24 smaller schemes were submitted.

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