Cawthorne, South Yorkshire Planning Applications
Recent planning applications near Cawthorne, South Yorkshire.
South Yorkshire · England · settlement
Planning applications in Cawthorne are administered by Barnsley Metropolitan Borough Council. View the full Barnsley Metropolitan Borough Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.
About Cawthorne
Cawthorne is a charming village and civil parish located within the Metropolitan Borough of Barnsley, South Yorkshire. Historically significant as a hub for the iron and coal mining industries, it has transitioned into an affluent commuter village, appealing to those working in nearby Barnsley. As of the 2011 Census, Cawthorne had a population of 1,151, reflecting its growing appeal as a desirable residential area.
Population: 1,157 (2021)
District: Barnsley
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Town Insights
Property Prices
Average property sale price: £168,074 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).
Area Information
- Admin district: Barnsley
- Parliamentary constituency: Penistone and Stocksbridge
- LSOA: Barnsley 016C
Crime Statistics
0 crimes reported in 2026-05.
Flood Risk
No active flood warnings near Cawthorne.
Keyword Scorecard
Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Cawthorne.
- 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 Cawthorne based on the last 24 months of planning data.
Nearby Applications
3 planning applications found near Cawthorne.
- - 30 St Juliens Way, Cawthorne, Barnsley, S75 4ES
Erection of a single storey front extension to dwelling
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Barnsley | Date: 2025-02-17
View full details - - Fern House, 9 - 11 Tivy Dale, Cawthorne, Barnsley, S75 4EJ
Erection of single storey side and rear extensions to 2 storey dwelling
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Barnsley | Date: 2024-11-20
View full details - - 15A Tivy Dale, Cawthorne, Barnsley, S75 4EJ
Remove Ash trees T1 and T2 within TPO 7/1981.
Status: Conditions | Type: Trees | Council: Barnsley | Date: 2024-04-15
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A brief summary of Cawthorne in South Yorkshire
Cawthorne is a charming village and civil parish located within the Metropolitan Borough of Barnsley, South Yorkshire. Historically significant as a hub for the iron and coal mining industries, it has transitioned into an affluent commuter village, appealing to those working in nearby Barnsley. As of the 2011 Census, Cawthorne had a population of 1,151, reflecting its growing appeal as a desirable residential area. The settlement has a population of approximately 1,157 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Barnsley district.
Property prices in Cawthorne show an average sale price of £168,074, 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 Cawthorne a particularly low-crime area.
Cawthorne has one conservation area within its boundaries: Cawthorne. 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 Cawthorne includes 6 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 Cawthorne
In the last 24 months, 2 planning applications were submitted near Cawthorne. The average decision time was 71 days.
The average decision period of 71 days exceeds the 8-week target for minor applications but falls within the 13-week target for major schemes. Applicants should plan for approximately 11 weeks from submission to decision.
The most common application types near Cawthorne were full planning applications (2). Full planning applications account for 100% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.
In terms of development scale, 1 medium-scale application, 1 smaller scheme were submitted.
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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Related Planning Guides
- What Is Planning Permission in the UK? — Planning permission is the formal approval you need from your local council before making certain changes to a building or piece of land.
- What Is Permitted Development? — Permitted development rights allow certain building works and changes of use without the need to apply for planning permission.
- How Long Does Planning Permission Take? — Typical timelines for planning permission decisions in the UK, from submission to approval, and what can cause delays.