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Planning in Elsecar

Approved
100%
15 of 15 decided
Decision time
about 10 weeks
on average

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

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Around Elsecar

Postcode districts

S73 41 applications in the last 12 monthsS74 26 applications in the last 12 months

Applications in each district in the last 12 months.

Planning authority: Barnsley Metropolitan Borough Council

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About Elsecar

Elsecar is a village located in the Metropolitan Borough of Barnsley, South Yorkshire, situated approximately 2 miles south of Hoyland and 6 miles south of Barnsley. It is also near the villages of Jump and Wentworth, and lies 8 miles northeast of Sheffield. Administratively, Elsecar is part of the Hoyland Milton ward, making it a relevant area for those researching planning applications in the region.

Property prices in Elsecar show an average sale price of £168,074, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Elsecar 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 Elsecar a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Elsecar has 15 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

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

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To comment on or object to a planning application near Elsecar, 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, 23 planning applications were submitted near Elsecar. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 71 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (9), discharge of conditions (3).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Elsecar?
In the last 24 months, 23 planning applications were submitted near Elsecar. The approval rate is 100%.
How long do planning decisions take near Elsecar?
The average planning decision time near Elsecar 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 Elsecar?
The planning approval rate near Elsecar is 100%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Elsecar?
The most common type of planning application near Elsecar is full planning applications, with 9 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Elsecar?
You can search and track planning applications near Elsecar on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.