Greasbrough, South Yorkshire Planning Applications
Recent planning applications near Greasbrough, South Yorkshire.
South Yorkshire · England · settlement
About Greasbrough
Greasbrough is a quaint village located within the Rotherham Metropolitan Borough Council in South Yorkshire, England. Previously governed by its own local council until 1936, the village became part of the County Borough of Rotherham and was situated in the West Riding of Yorkshire until 1974. For those researching planning applications, Greasbrough's historical context and its current administrative framework may provide valuable insights into local development regulations and community initiatives.
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Town Insights
Property Prices
Average property sale price: £201,770 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).
Area Information
- Admin district: Rotherham
- Parliamentary constituency: Rotherham
- LSOA: Rotherham 011D
Crime Statistics
0 crimes reported in 2026-02.
Flood Risk
No active flood warnings near Greasbrough.
Keyword Scorecard
Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Greasbrough.
- 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 Greasbrough based on the last 24 months of planning data.
Nearby Applications
2 planning applications found near Greasbrough.
- - 18 Green Street Greasbrough 0018
Tree
Status: Undecided | Type: Trees | Council: Rotherham | Date: 2026-03-19
View full details - - 102 Church Street Greasbrough 0102
Single storey side and two storey rear extension
Status: Permitted | Council: Rotherham | Date: 2025-12-01
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A brief summary of Greasbrough in South Yorkshire
Greasbrough is a quaint village located within the Rotherham Metropolitan Borough Council in South Yorkshire, England. Previously governed by its own local council until 1936, the village became part of the County Borough of Rotherham and was situated in the West Riding of Yorkshire until 1974. For those researching planning applications, Greasbrough's historical context and its current administrative framework may provide valuable insights into local development regulations and community initiatives.
Property prices in Greasbrough show an average sale price of £201,770, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry.
There were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period. This makes Greasbrough a particularly low-crime area.
Greasbrough has one conservation area within its boundaries: Greasbrough. 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.
Ecology & Nature Designations
The area around Greasbrough includes 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, Greasbrough 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 Greasbrough
In the last 24 months, 3 planning applications were submitted near Greasbrough. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 29 days.
This is notably above the national average of approximately 87%, suggesting a relatively permissive planning environment. Applicants near Greasbrough may find that well-prepared applications have a strong chance of success.
The average decision time of 29 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.
The most common application types near Greasbrough were tree works (1), discharge of conditions (1). The significant number of tree-related applications is typical for areas with mature tree cover or active tree preservation orders.
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Related Planning Guides
- What Is Planning Permission in the UK? — Planning permission is the formal approval you need from your local council before making certain changes to a building or piece of land.
- 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.