How long do planning decisions take near Hillsborough?

The average planning decision time near Hillsborough is 54 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 Hillsborough?

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

What types of planning applications are most common near Hillsborough?

The most common type of planning application near Hillsborough is discharge of conditions, with 7 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Hillsborough?

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Hillsborough, South Yorkshire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Hillsborough, South Yorkshire.

South Yorkshire · England · settlement

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

About Hillsborough

Hillsborough is a vibrant suburb located in north-west Sheffield, South Yorkshire, known for its central hub at 'Hillsborough Corner', where Langsett Road, Middlewood Road, Holme Lane, and Bradfield Road converge. As of the 2011 Census, the population of the Hillsborough ward was 18,605, making it a significant area for potential planning applications and community developments.

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Area Information

Admin district: Sheffield
Parliamentary constituency: Sheffield Brightside and Hillsborough
LSOA: Sheffield 009A

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-05.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Hillsborough.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Hillsborough based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

6 planning applications found near Hillsborough.

26/01800/FUL · Received: Mon 15 Jun 2026 · Validated: Mon 15 Jun 2026 - 18 Vainor Road Sheffield S6 4AN
Widening of driveway and formation of new pedestrian access gateway together with new path/steps
Status: Undecided | Council: Sheffield | Date: 2026-06-15
- 18 Vainor Road Sheffield S6 4AN
Widening of driveway and formation of new pedestrian access gateway together with new path/steps
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Sheffield | Date: 2026-06-15
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- 12 Wadsley Park Crescent Sheffield S6 4BX
Application for an existing Lawful Development Certificate for the erection of a detached outbuilding (Application under Section 191)
Status: Permitted | Type: Amendment | Council: Sheffield | Date: 2026-03-17
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- 100 Leader Road Sheffield S6 4GH
Application for Lawful Development Certificate for the restoration of bay window to front of dwellinghouse (Application under Section 192)
Status: Withdrawn | Type: Outline | Council: Sheffield | Date: 2025-04-17
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- The Wadsley Frier 47 Worrall Road Worrall Sheffield S6 4BA
Use of hot food takeaway (Sui generis) as 1 dwellinghouse (Use Class C3) with replacement of existing doors and windows to match existing
Status: Permitted | Council: Sheffield | Date: 2025-03-28
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- 42 Walders Avenue Sheffield S6 4AY
Amendment to planning permission no. 22/01074/FUL to allow over-cladding of existing garage extension and minor changes to fenestration and access stair
Status: Permitted | Type: Amendment | Council: Sheffield | Date: 2023-07-20
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A brief summary of Hillsborough in South Yorkshire

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

Hillsborough has 3 conservation areas within its boundaries: Wadsley, Hillsborough Park, Middlewood 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 Hillsborough includes 1 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Wadsley Fossil Forest SSSI; 2 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 Hillsborough

In the last 24 months, 23 planning applications were submitted near Hillsborough. Of these, 75% were approved, with an average decision time of 54 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 Hillsborough.

The average decision time of 54 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Hillsborough were discharge of conditions (7), outline applications (4), amendments (3).

In terms of development scale, 2 medium-scale applications, 19 smaller schemes were submitted.

1 planning appeal was lodged, of which 1 was allowed and 0 were dismissed (100% success rate). This relatively high appeal success rate suggests that the local authority may be refusing some applications that the Planning Inspectorate considers acceptable.

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