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Planning in Fir Vale

Approved
75%
36 of 45 decided
Decision time
about 7 weeks
on average

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

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Around Fir Vale

Postcode districts

S5 119 applications in the last 12 monthsS4 98 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 Fir Vale

Fir Vale is a vibrant district within the Burngreave ward of Sheffield, South Yorkshire, covering 2.8 square miles in the northern part of the city. As part of the Sheffield, Brightside and Hillsborough constituency, it had a population of 27,481 residents living in 9,906 households as of the 2011 census. The area is actively engaged with local news through the Burngreave Messenger, a free community newspaper that serves the ward.

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

The area around Fir Vale has 3 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Fir Vale 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 Fir Vale, 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, 76 planning applications were submitted near Fir Vale. Of these, 75% were approved, with an average decision time of 52 days.

The most common types were outline applications (6), full planning applications (4), discharge of conditions (4).

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 Fir Vale?
In the last 24 months, 76 planning applications were submitted near Fir Vale. The approval rate is 75%.
How long do planning decisions take near Fir Vale?
The average planning decision time near Fir Vale is 52 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 Fir Vale?
The planning approval rate near Fir Vale is 75%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Fir Vale?
The most common type of planning application near Fir Vale is outline applications, with 6 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Fir Vale?
You can search and track planning applications near Fir Vale on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.