How long do planning decisions take near Eastwood?

The average planning decision time near Eastwood is 71 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 Eastwood?

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

What types of planning applications are most common near Eastwood?

The most common type of planning application near Eastwood is outline applications, with 4 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Eastwood?

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Eastwood, South Yorkshire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Eastwood, South Yorkshire.

South Yorkshire · England · settlement

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

About Eastwood

Clifton, a suburb of Rotherham in South Yorkshire, is situated just outside the town centre and forms part of the Boston Castle ward. With a population of 13,486 as of 2011, it is notable for the iconic Beeversleigh Flats, a 40m high hexagonal tower block constructed in 1970, which offers a prominent skyline feature due to its hilltop location. The area is surrounded by other residential suburbs including Eastwood, Broom, and East Herringthorpe, making it a key consideration for planning applications in the borough.

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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: Rawmarsh and Conisbrough
LSOA: Rotherham 012B

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-05.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Eastwood.

Keyword Scorecard

Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Eastwood.

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 Eastwood based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

6 planning applications found near Eastwood.

- Masjid Mosque Russell Street Eastwood 9999
Change of use of land for car parking facility
Type: Amendment | Council: Rotherham | Date: 2026-04-10
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- 31 Sumner Road Eastwood 0031
Two storey side & rear extension
Status: Undecided | Council: Rotherham | Date: 2026-02-26
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- 10 Lindley Street Eastwood 0010
Change of use from Dwelling (Use Class C3) to childrens home (Use Class C2) for one child
Status: Undecided | Type: Amendment | Council: Rotherham | Date: 2026-02-12
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- 50 Shakespeare Road Eastwood
Single storey front, side and rear extenstion
Status: Permitted | Council: Rotherham | Date: 2026-01-28
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- 10 Lindley Street Eastwood 0010
Application of Lawful Development Certificate re change of use of Dwellinghouse (C3a) to Care Home (C2) for one child with 2 carers
Status: Permitted | Type: Amendment | Council: Rotherham | Date: 2025-11-18
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- 49 Sumner Road Eastwood 0049
Non-Material Amendment to Application RB2023/1099 to to change to double patio door set with sides openable windows
Status: Permitted | Type: Amendment | Council: Rotherham | Date: 2024-04-29
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A brief summary of Eastwood in South Yorkshire

Property prices in Eastwood 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 Eastwood a particularly low-crime area.

Eastwood has 3 conservation areas within its boundaries: Eastwood, Rotherham Town Centre, 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.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Eastwood 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.

Planning Activity in Eastwood

In the last 24 months, 21 planning applications were submitted near Eastwood. Of these, 67% were approved, with an average decision time of 71 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 Eastwood.

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 Eastwood were outline applications (4), amendments (4), listed building and heritage (1).

In terms of development scale, 1 medium-scale application, 19 smaller schemes were submitted.

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