How long do planning decisions take near Lowfield?

The average planning decision time near Lowfield is 46 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 92%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 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?

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Lowfield, South Yorkshire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Lowfield, South Yorkshire.

South Yorkshire · England · settlement

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

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.

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Area Information

Admin district: Sheffield
Parliamentary constituency: Sheffield Heeley
LSOA: Sheffield 075G

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-05.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Lowfield.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Lowfield based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

10 planning applications found near Lowfield.

- 157 Anns Road North Sheffield S2 3GS
Single-storey rear extension - the extension will be 5.5 metres from the rear of the original dwellinghouse, ridge height no more than 2.52 metres and height to the eaves of 2.52 metres
Status: Undecided | Type: Outline | Council: Sheffield | Date: 2026-06-26
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- 157 Anns Road North Sheffield S2 3GS
Single-storey rear extension - the extension will be 5.5 metres from the rear of the original dwellinghouse, ridge height no more than 2.95 metres and height to the eaves of 2.95 metres
Status: Undecided | Type: Outline | Council: Sheffield | Date: 2026-04-14
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- Amey Olive Grove Depot Olive Grove Road Sheffield S2 3GE
Application to allow changes to the design of the welfare and workshop buildings, materials, site layout and parking (amendment to planning permission 22/03036/FUL)
Status: Undecided | Type: Amendment | Council: Sheffield | Date: 2026-02-10
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- Select Cars 462 - 468 London Road Sheffield S2 4HP
1X Double sided internally illuminated D48 digital display
Status: Undecided | Type: Advertising | Council: Sheffield | Date: 2026-02-04
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- Sheffield United Football Club Bramall Lane Highfield Sheffield S2 4SU
2x internally illuminated fascia signs
Status: Permitted | Type: Advertising | Council: Sheffield | Date: 2025-10-15
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- 233 Edmund Road Sheffield S2 4EL
Application to approve details in relation to condition numbers: 2 (Sound Insulation Works), 4 (Plant and Equipment Details), 5 (Bin Storage), and 7 (Cycle Parking) Relating to planning permission 24/
Status: Conditions | Type: Conditions | Council: Sheffield | Date: 2025-09-26
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- 343 London Road And 40B Holland Road Sheffield S2 4NG
Change of use of from retail (Use Class E(a)) to restaurant (Use Class E(b))
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Sheffield | Date: 2025-07-14
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- 280 Edmund Road Sheffield S2 4EN
Certificate of Lawfulness for existing use as 9-bed house in multiple occupation (HMO) (Sui Generis) (Application under Section 191)
Status: Permitted | Type: Amendment | Council: Sheffield | Date: 2024-11-12
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- Former Copthorne Hotel Bramall Lane Highfield Sheffield S2 4SU
Application for an existing Lawful Development Certificate for the replacement of external cladding to the building (Application under Section 191)
Status: Permitted | Type: Amendment | Council: Sheffield | Date: 2024-06-26
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- 10 Colver Road Sheffield S2 4UP
Application to establish the lawful use of the property as a house in multiple occupation (HMO) for 5 occupants (Use Class C4) (Application under Section 191)
Status: Permitted | Type: Amendment | Council: Sheffield | Date: 2024-01-19
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A brief summary of Lowfield in South Yorkshire

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

Lowfield has 7 conservation areas within its boundaries: John Street, Porter Brook, Hanover, Cultural Industries Quarter, City Centre, Nether Edge, Norfolk Road. 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 Lowfield includes 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 Lowfield

In the last 24 months, 38 planning applications were submitted near Lowfield. Of these, 92% were approved, with an average decision time of 46 days.

This is slightly above the national average of approximately 87%, indicating a broadly favourable planning environment near Lowfield.

The average decision time of 46 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

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

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