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Planning in Ecclesfield

Approved
88%
14 of 15 decided
Decision time
about 7 weeks
on average

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Ecclesfield in the last 24 months, from Sheffield City Council's planning register.

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Around Ecclesfield

Postcode districts

S35 225 applications in the last 12 monthsS5 119 applications in the last 12 months

Applications in each district in the last 12 months.

Planning authority: Sheffield City Council

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About Ecclesfield

Ecclesfield is a village and civil parish located about 6 miles north of Sheffield City Centre in South Yorkshire, England. As of the 2011 Census, the civil parish had a population of 32,073, while the wider Ecclesfield wards accounted for 35,994 residents. The village itself had a population of 7,163, making it a significant area for potential planning applications within the Sheffield region. The settlement has a population of approximately 31,125 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Sheffield district.

There are currently no active flood warnings for the Ecclesfield 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 (May 2026). This makes Ecclesfield a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Ecclesfield has 4 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Ecclesfield 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 Ecclesfield, 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, 37 planning applications were submitted near Ecclesfield. Of these, 88% were approved, with an average decision time of 49 days.

The most common types were discharge of conditions (7), amendments (4), outline applications (1).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Ecclesfield?
In the last 24 months, 37 planning applications were submitted near Ecclesfield. The approval rate is 88%.
How long do planning decisions take near Ecclesfield?
The average planning decision time near Ecclesfield is 49 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 Ecclesfield?
The planning approval rate near Ecclesfield is 88%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Ecclesfield?
The most common type of planning application near Ecclesfield is discharge of conditions, with 7 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Ecclesfield?
You can search and track planning applications near Ecclesfield on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.