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Planning in Handsworth

Approved
95%
19 of 19 decided
Decision time
about 10 weeks
on average

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

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Around Handsworth

Postcode districts

S13 82 applications in the last 12 monthsS9 160 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 Handsworth

Handsworth is a suburban area located in southeastern Sheffield, South Yorkshire, covering around 5 square miles and home to approximately 9,957 residents. The suburb features five schools, four churches, a mix of small shops, a large supermarket, and various commercial and light industrial enterprises, making it a well-equipped community. Previously part of the West Riding of Yorkshire until 1974, Handsworth offers a blend of residential and commercial opportunities, relevant for those exploring planning applications in the region. The settlement has a population of approximately 9,957. It sits within the Sheffield district.

The area around Handsworth has 6 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Handsworth 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 Handsworth, 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, 44 planning applications were submitted near Handsworth. Of these, 95% were approved, with an average decision time of 69 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (5), outline applications (4), discharge of conditions (3). 1 large-scale development was submitted during this period.

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Handsworth?
In the last 24 months, 44 planning applications were submitted near Handsworth. The approval rate is 95%.
How long do planning decisions take near Handsworth?
The average planning decision time near Handsworth is 69 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 Handsworth?
The planning approval rate near Handsworth is 95%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Handsworth?
The most common type of planning application near Handsworth is full planning applications, with 5 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Handsworth?
You can search and track planning applications near Handsworth on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.