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Planning in Lowfield

Approved
72%
54 of 73 decided
Decision time
about 8 weeks
on average

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Lowfield in the last 24 months, from Sheffield City Council's planning register.

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Around Lowfield

Postcode districts

S2 149 applications in the last 12 monthsS7 165 applications in the last 12 monthsS8 187 applications in the last 12 monthsS11 298 applications in the last 12 monthsS1 200 applications in the last 12 months

Applications in each district in the last 12 months.

Planning authority: Sheffield City Council

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About Lowfield

Lowfield is a district within the Gleadless Valley ward of Sheffield, South Yorkshire, covering an area of 4.5 km². The ward, which includes Gleadless Valley, Heeley, and Meersbrook, had a population of 21,089 in 2011, spread across 9,516 households. Situated in the southern part of Sheffield, Gleadless Valley serves as a significant residential area, bordered by Gleadless and Norton, and falls within the Sheffield Heeley parliamentary constituency, making it relevant for local planning applications and community developments.

In terms of safety, there were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period (May 2026). This makes Lowfield a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Lowfield has 2 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

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

To comment on or object to a planning application near Lowfield, 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, 127 planning applications were submitted near Lowfield. Of these, 72% were approved, with an average decision time of 59 days.

The most common types were outline applications (9), discharge of conditions (9), advertising consent (6).

3 planning appeals were lodged, of which 1 was allowed and 2 were dismissed (33% success rate).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Lowfield?
In the last 24 months, 127 planning applications were submitted near Lowfield. The approval rate is 72%.
How long do planning decisions take near Lowfield?
The average planning decision time near Lowfield is 59 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 Lowfield?
The planning approval rate near Lowfield is 72%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Lowfield?
The most common type of planning application near Lowfield is outline applications, with 9 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Lowfield?
You can search and track planning applications near Lowfield on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.