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Planning in Darfield

Only 9 decisions near Darfield in the last 2 years, too few to judge an approval rate.

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

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About Darfield

Darfield is a village located in the Metropolitan Borough of Barnsley, South Yorkshire, approximately 4 miles east of Barnsley town centre. Historically part of the West Riding of Yorkshire, the village experienced population growth from 8,066 in 2001 to 10,685 by the 2011 Census, reflecting its development and appeal for potential planning applications in the area. The settlement has a population of approximately 10,685. It sits within the Barnsley district.

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

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

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Darfield 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 Darfield, 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, 13 planning applications were submitted near Darfield.

The most common types were full planning applications (6), amendments (2).

1 planning appeal was lodged, of which 0 were allowed and 1 was dismissed (0% success rate).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Darfield?
In the last 24 months, 13 planning applications were submitted near Darfield.
What types of planning applications are most common near Darfield?
The most common type of planning application near Darfield is full planning applications, with 6 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Darfield?
You can search and track planning applications near Darfield on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.