Low Bradfield, South Yorkshire Planning Applications
Recent planning applications near Low Bradfield, South Yorkshire.
South Yorkshire · England · settlement
Planning applications in Low Bradfield are administered by Sheffield City Council. View the full Sheffield City Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.
About Low Bradfield
Low Bradfield is a picturesque village located in the civil parish of Bradfield, South Yorkshire, just 6¼ miles west-northwest of Sheffield city centre and nestled within the Peak District National Park. Known for its stunning countryside, the area attracts many visitors, particularly on weekends when the local cricket matches draw crowds. The village, positioned near Agden Reservoir, is connected to the higher-altitude High Bradfield by the steep Woodfall Lane, making it a unique spot for potential planning applications focused on leisure and tourism development.
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Town Insights
Property Prices
Average property sale price: £217,932 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).
Area Information
- Admin district: Sheffield
- Parliamentary constituency: Sheffield Brightside and Hillsborough
- LSOA: Sheffield 026E
Crime Statistics
0 crimes reported in 2026-05.
Flood Risk
No active flood warnings near Low Bradfield.
Keyword Scorecard
Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Low Bradfield.
- 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 Low Bradfield based on the last 24 months of planning data.
Nearby Applications
9 planning applications found near Low Bradfield.
- - OAKES FARM HOUSE OAKS LANE BRADFIELD SHEFFIELD S6 6HY
Work relates to two trees in the "Group of mature Sycamore" marked as G1 on the map provided on the TPO (TPO_077A). We are requesting to be permitted to 'fell a dead twin stem sycamore on a roadside b
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Peak District | Date: 2025-04-11
View full details - - OAKES FARM HOUSE OAKS LANE BRADFIELD SHEFFIELD SHEFFIELD S6 6HY
Tree is T3 on the TPO and described within as a Mature Thorn. It is still standing but branches resting on the Mature Oak T4. Photos provided to peak park under enquiry ENQ/51945.
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Peak District | Date: 2025-02-24
View full details - - PLOUGH INN NEW ROAD BRADFIELD
Discharge of conditions 3 - 10 on NP/S/0723/0780.
Status: Conditions | Type: Conditions | Council: Peak District | Date: 2024-09-11
View full details - - TOR FARM BRADFIELD
Discharge of condition 7 on NP/S/1215/1194. Scheme for landscaping.
Status: Conditions | Type: Conditions | Council: Peak District | Date: 2016-09-16
View full details - - TOR FARM BRADFIELD
Erection of a steel portal framed building.
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Peak District | Date: 2016-01-05
View full details - - FOX HOLES FARM BRADFIELD
GPDO Notification - Change of use of agricultural barn to storage, assembly of leisure and food preparation.
Status: Withdrawn | Type: Amendment | Council: Peak District | Date: 2014-05-19
View full details - - TOR FARM BRADFIELD
Holiday Accomodation
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Peak District | Date: 2006-12-13
View full details - - EDGEDALE FARM BRADFIELD
Demolition of flat roof stone bay window, erection of glazed extension to kitchen, creation of new driveway & siting of new replacement foul water treatment installation
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Peak District | Date: 2005-07-26
View full details - - WOODHOUSE FARM OAKES LANE BRADFIELD
Conversion of barn to additional living accomodation
Status: Permitted | Type: Amendment | Council: Peak District | Date: 2004-11-19
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A brief summary of Low Bradfield in South Yorkshire
Low Bradfield is a picturesque village located in the civil parish of Bradfield, South Yorkshire, just 6¼ miles west-northwest of Sheffield city centre and nestled within the Peak District National Park. Known for its stunning countryside, the area attracts many visitors, particularly on weekends when the local cricket matches draw crowds. The village, positioned near Agden Reservoir, is connected to the higher-altitude High Bradfield by the steep Woodfall Lane, making it a unique spot for potential planning applications focused on leisure and tourism development.
Property prices in Low Bradfield show an average sale price of £217,932, 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 Low Bradfield a particularly low-crime area.
Low Bradfield has 2 conservation areas within its boundaries: High Bradfield, Low Bradfield. 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 Low Bradfield includes 4 Ancient Woodland sites; 1 National Parks: PEAK DISTRICT. These designations may affect planning decisions, as proposals near protected sites require environmental impact assessment and may face additional restrictions.
For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Low Bradfield 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.
Planning Activity in Low Bradfield
In the last 24 months, 3 planning applications were submitted near Low Bradfield. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 50 days.
This is notably above the national average of approximately 87%, suggesting a relatively permissive planning environment. Applicants near Low Bradfield may find that well-prepared applications have a strong chance of success.
The average decision time of 50 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.
The most common application types near Low Bradfield were tree works (2), discharge of conditions (1). The significant number of tree-related applications is typical for areas with mature tree cover or active tree preservation orders.
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