How long do planning decisions take near Hemingfield?

The average planning decision time near Hemingfield is 52 days. The statutory target is 8 weeks (56 days) for minor applications and 13 weeks for major applications.

What types of planning applications are most common near Hemingfield?

The most common type of planning application near Hemingfield is full planning applications, with 1 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Hemingfield?

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Hemingfield, South Yorkshire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Hemingfield, South Yorkshire.

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About Hemingfield

Hemingfield is a village located in the Barnsley metropolitan borough of South Yorkshire, England, specifically within the Hoyland Milton Ward. The community features essential amenities such as two pubs—The Albion and The Elephant & Castle—a post office, and The Ellis CofE Primary School. Additionally, it is home to local organisations like the Hemingfield Action Group and Albion AFC, making it a vibrant area for potential planning applications.

District: Barnsley

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £185,610 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: Barnsley
Parliamentary constituency: Barnsley South
LSOA: Barnsley 023D

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Hemingfield.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Hemingfield based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

1 planning application found near Hemingfield.

- 8 School Street, Hemingfield, Barnsley, S73 0PP
Demolition of porch and outbuilding and erection of two storey rear extension to dwelling
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Barnsley | Date: 2025-10-28
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A brief summary of Hemingfield in South Yorkshire

Property prices in Hemingfield show an average sale price of £185,610, 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 Hemingfield a particularly low-crime area.

Hemingfield has one conservation area within its boundaries: Elsecar. 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 Hemingfield includes 1 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Dearne Valley Wetlands SSSI; 14 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 Hemingfield

In the last 24 months, 2 planning applications were submitted near Hemingfield. The average decision time was 52 days.

The average decision time of 52 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Hemingfield were full planning applications (1), discharge of conditions (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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