How long do planning decisions take near Fishlake?

The average planning decision time near Fishlake is 104 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 Fishlake?

The planning approval rate near Fishlake is 75%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Fishlake?

The most common type of planning application near Fishlake is outline applications, with 2 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Fishlake?

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Fishlake, South Yorkshire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Fishlake, South Yorkshire.

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About Fishlake

Fishlake is a village and civil parish located in the Metropolitan Borough of Doncaster, South Yorkshire. Historically part of the West Riding of Yorkshire until 1974, it had a population of 628 in 2001, which grew to 682 by the 2011 census. The village is notable for its mention in the Domesday Book, where it was referred to as 'fiscelac,' derived from Old English meaning 'fish-stream.' This rich historical context may influence future planning applications in the area.

Population: 633 (2021)

District: Doncaster

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Area Information

Admin district: Doncaster
Parliamentary constituency: Doncaster East and the Isle of Axholme
LSOA: Doncaster 006A

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Fishlake.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Fishlake based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

7 planning applications found near Fishlake.

- Clough House Farm Wood Lane Fishlake Doncaster DN7 5JZ
Certificate of proposed lawful development for erection of a two storey side extension with flat roof
Status: Rejected | Type: Outline | Council: Doncaster | Date: 2026-01-19
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- Doncaster House Church Lane Fishlake Doncaster DN7 5JW
Application to prune a Horsechestnut identified as being T4 of the City of Doncaster Council Tree Preservation Order No. 449 2025 Doncaster House, Church Lane, Fishlake (T1 of the application was prev
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Doncaster | Date: 2025-12-02
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- Fishlake Cricket And Bowls Club Pinfold Lane Fishlake Doncaster DN7 5JT
Installation of telecommunications, 20m monopole, cabinets and associated ancillary equipment in a relocated position. Removal of the existing 22m temporary mast and associated equipment located to th
Status: Permitted | Type: Telecoms | Council: Doncaster | Date: 2024-10-31
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- Land Adjacent To 1 Elders Drive Fishlake Doncaster DN7 5FL
Consent, agreement or approval required by conditions 3 (Foul water (amended DA01), 4 (Surface water), 5 (Biodiversity Method Statement) & 7 (Biodiversity Method Statement), of planning application 22
Status: Permitted | Type: Conditions | Council: Doncaster | Date: 2023-12-13
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- The Elders Main Street Fishlake Doncaster DN7 5JJ
Consent, agreement or approval required by conditions 3 (Drainage Details), 4 (Contaminated Land), 5 (Contamination), 8 (Ecological Enhancement Plan), 9 (Historic Building Record), 10 (External Materi
Status: Permitted | Type: Conditions | Council: Doncaster | Date: 2023-12-01
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- Byre Cottage Pinfold Lane Fishlake Doncaster DN7 5JS
Conservation area notification to fell and replace one Ash tree with one Walnut tree. The tree is within the Fishlake Conservation Area.
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Doncaster | Date: 2023-06-13
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- 4 Hay Green Sour Lane Fishlake Doncaster DN7 5JX
Erection of ancillary detached garage and office building (C3 use) with attached canopy in rear garden following demolition of existing outbuilding
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Doncaster | Date: 2023-05-17
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A brief summary of Fishlake in South Yorkshire

There were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period. This makes Fishlake a particularly low-crime area.

Fishlake has one conservation area within its boundaries: Fishlake. Planning applications within or near this conservation area 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.

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Planning Activity in Fishlake

In the last 24 months, 4 planning applications were submitted near Fishlake. Of these, 75% were approved, with an average decision time of 104 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 Fishlake.

With an average of 104 days, decisions near Fishlake take longer than the statutory targets. Applicants should budget for a 4-month timeline and consider pre-application discussions to avoid delays.

The most common application types near Fishlake were outline applications (2), tree works (1), telecoms (1).

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