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Planning in Doncaster

Approved
76%
28 of 31 decided
Decision time
about 13 weeks
on average

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

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Around Doncaster

Postcode districts

DN1 83 applications in the last 12 monthsDN4 273 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 Doncaster

Doncaster, located in South Yorkshire, England, serves as the administrative hub of the City of Doncaster metropolitan borough and is the second largest settlement in the region after Sheffield. Renowned for its rich racing and railway heritage, the city lies in the Don Valley, bordered by the Humberhead Levels to the west and the Pennines to the east. As of the 2021 census, Doncaster had a population of 87,455, with its built-up area housing 160,220 residents, contributing to a wider metropolitan borough population of 308,100.

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

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Doncaster 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 Doncaster, 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, 106 planning applications were submitted near Doncaster. Of these, 76% were approved, with an average decision time of 94 days.

The most common types were discharge of conditions (12), advertising consent (11), outline applications (7).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Doncaster?
In the last 24 months, 106 planning applications were submitted near Doncaster. The approval rate is 76%.
How long do planning decisions take near Doncaster?
The average planning decision time near Doncaster is 94 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 Doncaster?
The planning approval rate near Doncaster is 76%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Doncaster?
The most common type of planning application near Doncaster is discharge of conditions, with 12 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Doncaster?
You can search and track planning applications near Doncaster on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.