Goldthorpe, South Yorkshire Planning Applications
Recent planning applications near Goldthorpe, South Yorkshire.
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Planning applications in Goldthorpe are administered by Barnsley Metropolitan Borough Council. View the full Barnsley Metropolitan Borough Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.
About Goldthorpe
Goldthorpe, located in the Metropolitan Borough of Barnsley, South Yorkshire, is a village with historical roots dating back to the medieval period. Originally a small farming settlement, it appears in the Domesday Book as part of the Manor of Bolton upon Dearne, once held by Roger de Busli. As of the 2011 Census, Goldthorpe had a population of 6,051 and is situated in the Dearne North Ward of Barnsley MBC, making it a relevant area for those researching planning applications and community development.
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Area Information
- Admin district: Barnsley
- Parliamentary constituency: Barnsley South
- LSOA: Barnsley 022D
Crime Statistics
0 crimes reported in 2026-02.
Flood Risk
No active flood warnings near Goldthorpe.
Keyword Scorecard
Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Goldthorpe.
- 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 Goldthorpe based on the last 24 months of planning data.
Nearby Applications
3 planning applications found near Goldthorpe.
- - 8 Market Square, Goldthorpe, Barnsley, S63 9HD
2 storey side extension, and single storey front extension to dwelling
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Barnsley | Date: 2025-12-19
View full details - - 93 Barnsley Road, Goldthorpe, Rotherham, S63 9AA
Proposed lawful development certificate for the use of the property as use class C3(b) for supported living accommodation for 3-4 young people aged 16-17.
Status: Permitted | Type: Outline | Council: Barnsley | Date: 2025-12-12
View full details - - 139 High Street Goldthorpe Barnsley S63 9DE
New external doorway to side elevation to provide external access to first floor flat
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Barnsley | Date: 2016-03-08
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A brief summary of Goldthorpe in South Yorkshire
Goldthorpe, located in the Metropolitan Borough of Barnsley, South Yorkshire, is a village with historical roots dating back to the medieval period. Originally a small farming settlement, it appears in the Domesday Book as part of the Manor of Bolton upon Dearne, once held by Roger de Busli. As of the 2011 Census, Goldthorpe had a population of 6,051 and is situated in the Dearne North Ward of Barnsley MBC, making it a relevant area for those researching planning applications and community development.
There were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period. This makes Goldthorpe a particularly low-crime area.
Ecology & Nature Designations
The area around Goldthorpe includes 1 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Dearne Valley Wetlands SSSI; 1 Ancient Woodland site. These designations may affect planning decisions, as proposals near protected sites require environmental impact assessment and may face additional restrictions.
For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Goldthorpe 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 Goldthorpe
In the last 24 months, 2 planning applications were submitted near Goldthorpe. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 56 days.
This is notably above the national average of approximately 87%, suggesting a relatively permissive planning environment. Applicants near Goldthorpe may find that well-prepared applications have a strong chance of success.
The average decision time of 56 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.
The most common application types near Goldthorpe were full planning applications (1), outline applications (1). Full planning applications account for 50% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.
In terms of development scale, 1 medium-scale application, 1 smaller scheme were submitted.
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Related Planning Guides
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- What Is Permitted Development? — Permitted development rights allow certain building works and changes of use without the need to apply for planning permission.
- How Long Does Planning Permission Take? — Typical timelines for planning permission decisions in the UK, from submission to approval, and what can cause delays.