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Planning in Carcroft

Approved
63%
10 of 11 decided
Decision time
about 14 weeks
on average

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Carcroft in the last 24 months, from Doncaster Metropolitan Borough Council's planning register.

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Around Carcroft

Postcode districts

DN6 142 applications in the last 12 monthsDN5 207 applications in the last 12 months

Applications in each district in the last 12 months.

Planning authority: Doncaster Metropolitan Borough Council

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About Carcroft

Carcroft is a rural village located in the City of Doncaster, South Yorkshire, approximately 6 miles north-northwest of Doncaster town centre. Historically part of the West Riding of Yorkshire, the village is situated within the Adwick le Street & Carcroft ward, as recorded in the 2011 Census. This location presents various opportunities for planning applications, given its community-focused environment and proximity to Doncaster.

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

The area around Carcroft has 1 nature designation nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Carcroft 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 Carcroft, 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, 25 planning applications were submitted near Carcroft. Of these, 63% were approved, with an average decision time of 99 days.

The most common types were telecoms (6), discharge of conditions (5), full planning applications (4). 3 large-scale developments were submitted during this period.

2 planning appeals were lodged, of which 1 was allowed and 1 was dismissed (50% success rate).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Carcroft?
In the last 24 months, 25 planning applications were submitted near Carcroft. The approval rate is 63%.
How long do planning decisions take near Carcroft?
The average planning decision time near Carcroft is 99 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 Carcroft?
The planning approval rate near Carcroft is 63%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Carcroft?
The most common type of planning application near Carcroft is telecoms, with 6 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Carcroft?
You can search and track planning applications near Carcroft on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.