How long do planning decisions take near Hemsworth?

The average planning decision time near Hemsworth 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 Hemsworth?

The planning approval rate near Hemsworth is 75%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Hemsworth?

The most common type of planning application near Hemsworth is outline applications, with 5 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Hemsworth?

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Hemsworth, South Yorkshire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Hemsworth, South Yorkshire.

South Yorkshire · England · settlement

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

About Hemsworth

Hemsworth, located in the Gleadless Valley ward of Sheffield, South Yorkshire, is a vibrant area characterized by its diverse housing estates, including Hemsworth, Herdings, and Rollestone. Covering 4.5 km², the ward had a population of 21,089 residents in 2011, and it is one of five wards within the Sheffield Heeley parliamentary constituency. Hemsworth is bordered by the districts of Gleadless and Norton, making it a significant locale for planning applications and community development within the city.

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Area Information

Admin district: Sheffield
Parliamentary constituency: Sheffield Heeley
LSOA: Sheffield 051D

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-05.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Hemsworth.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Hemsworth based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

2 planning applications found near Hemsworth.

- Outbuilding At Norton Playing Fields Norton Lees Sheffield S8 8PD
Demolition of outbuilding formerly used as changing/W/C facility
Status: Undecided | Type: Outline | Council: Sheffield | Date: 2026-06-11
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- John O'Gaunt Hotel 151 Blackstock Road Sheffield S14 1FX
Demolition of existing public house and clearance of the site
Status: Permitted | Council: Sheffield | Date: 2025-11-19
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A brief summary of Hemsworth in South Yorkshire

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

Hemsworth has 3 conservation areas within its boundaries: Norton, Moss Valley, Oakes Park. Planning applications within or near these conservation areas 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 Hemsworth includes 11 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 Hemsworth

In the last 24 months, 11 planning applications were submitted near Hemsworth. Of these, 75% were approved, with an average decision time of 48 days.

This is below the national average of approximately 87%, which may reflect stricter local policies, sensitivity of the area, or higher levels of speculative applications. Pre-application advice is particularly worthwhile near Hemsworth.

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 Hemsworth were outline applications (5), full planning applications (2), amendments (1).

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