How long do planning decisions take near Handsworth?

The average planning decision time near Handsworth is 48 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 100%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Handsworth?

The most common type of planning application near Handsworth is outline applications, with 4 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Handsworth?

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Handsworth, South Yorkshire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Handsworth, South Yorkshire.

South Yorkshire · England · settlement

Planning applications in Handsworth are administered by Sheffield City Council. View the full Sheffield City Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.

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.

Population: 9,957

District: Sheffield

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Area Information

Admin district: Sheffield
Parliamentary constituency: Sheffield South East
LSOA: Sheffield 037B

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-05.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Handsworth.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Handsworth based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

5 planning applications found near Handsworth.

- 99 Richmond Park Road Sheffield S13 8HR
Single-storey rear extension - the extension will be 5 metres from the rear of the original dwellinghouse, ridge height no more than 3 metres and height to the eaves of 3 metres
Status: Undecided | Type: Outline | Council: Sheffield | Date: 2026-06-04
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- ALDI 1 The Turner Business Park 232 Handsworth Road Sheffield S13 9BS
Application to approve details in relation to condition number: 3 (Hedge Species) Relating to planning permission 25/03718/FUL
Status: Undecided | Type: Conditions | Council: Sheffield | Date: 2026-02-25
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- Pavement Outside 386 Handsworth Road Sheffield S13 9BY
Installation of 17.5m monopole supporting 6no. antennas and 1no. 0.3m dish, installation of 2no. equipment cabinets and ancillary development (Application to determine if prior approval required for s
Status: Undecided | Type: Telecoms | Council: Sheffield | Date: 2025-09-23
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- McDonalds 2 The Turner Business Park 232 Handsworth Road Sheffield S13 9BS
Application to allow change to finish of cladding (amendment to planning permission 23/03519/FUL)
Status: Permitted | Type: Amendment | Council: Sheffield | Date: 2024-01-31
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- 173 Hall Road Sheffield S13 9AL
Application to allow revision to roof including addition of roof lights (amendment to planning permission 23/00373/FUL)
Status: Rejected | Type: Amendment | Council: Sheffield | Date: 2023-06-23
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A brief summary of Handsworth in South Yorkshire

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

Ecology & Nature Designations

The area around Handsworth includes 6 Ancient Woodland sites. These designations may affect planning decisions, as proposals near protected sites require environmental impact assessment and may face additional restrictions.

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Planning Activity in Handsworth

In the last 24 months, 9 planning applications were submitted near Handsworth. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 48 days.

This is notably above the national average of approximately 87%, suggesting a relatively permissive planning environment. Applicants near Handsworth may find that well-prepared applications have a strong chance of success.

The average decision time of 48 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Handsworth were outline applications (4), discharge of conditions (2), full planning applications (1).

In terms of development scale, 1 large-scale (major) development, 8 smaller schemes were submitted.

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