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Planning in Hatfield

Approved
88%
15 of 17 decided
Decision time
about 5 weeks
on average

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Hatfield in the last 24 months, from Doncaster Metropolitan Borough Council's planning register.

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About Hatfield

Hatfield, located in the City of Doncaster, South Yorkshire, is a town and civil parish with a population of 17,236 as of the 2011 Census. Strategically positioned along the A18 road and near the M18 motorway, it benefits from connectivity to nearby towns and cities. The town shares a railway station with Stainforth, providing access to the Goole-Scunthorpe line. With a rich history dating back to 730, Hatfield offers a blend of historical significance and modern transport links, making it a noteworthy area for planning applications. The settlement has a population of approximately 17,149 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Doncaster district.

Hatfield sits at an elevation of 11 metres above sea level and covers an area of approximately 62.1 km². The surrounding landscape and character of the area play an important role in how planning applications are assessed by the local authority.

Property prices in Hatfield show an average sale price of £428,279, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Hatfield 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.

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To comment on or object to a planning application near Hatfield, 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, 36 planning applications were submitted near Hatfield. Of these, 88% were approved, with an average decision time of 37 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (5), tree works (5), discharge of conditions (3).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Hatfield?
In the last 24 months, 36 planning applications were submitted near Hatfield. The approval rate is 88%.
How long do planning decisions take near Hatfield?
The average planning decision time near Hatfield is 37 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 Hatfield?
The planning approval rate near Hatfield is 88%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Hatfield?
The most common type of planning application near Hatfield is full planning applications, with 5 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Hatfield?
You can search and track planning applications near Hatfield on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.