How long do planning decisions take near Malin Bridge?

The average planning decision time near Malin Bridge 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 Malin Bridge?

The planning approval rate near Malin Bridge is 83%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Malin Bridge?

The most common type of planning application near Malin Bridge is full planning applications, with 3 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Malin Bridge?

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Malin Bridge, South Yorkshire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Malin Bridge, South Yorkshire.

South Yorkshire · England · settlement

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

About Malin Bridge

Malin Bridge is a charming suburb of Sheffield, South Yorkshire, situated approximately 2.5 miles northwest of the city centre at grid reference SK325893. Nestled at the confluence of the rivers Loxley and Rivelin, this small district is primarily centred around a road bridge that facilitates traffic along the B6076 to Stannington. Its proximity to neighbouring suburbs such as Hillsborough, Wisewood, Walkley, and Stannington makes it a noteworthy area for those interested in local planning applications.

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Area Information

Admin district: Sheffield
Parliamentary constituency: Sheffield Hallam
LSOA: Sheffield 023A

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-05.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Malin Bridge.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Malin Bridge based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

3 planning applications found near Malin Bridge.

- 74 Ball Road Sheffield S6 4LZ
Single-storey rear extension to dwellinghouse - the extension is 4.00 metres from the rear of the original dwellinghouse, ridge height no more than 3.90 metres and the height of the eaves is 2.90 metr
Status: Permitted | Type: Outline | Council: Sheffield | Date: 2025-04-28
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- 11A Watersmeet Road Sheffield S6 5FA
Application to allow flat roof instead of pitched roof to single-storey rear extension (amendment to planning permission 22/03203/FUL)
Status: Rejected | Type: Amendment | Council: Sheffield | Date: 2023-02-02
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- 37 Rivelin Valley Road Sheffield S6 5FE
Alterations to roof of dwellinghouse including hip to gable extensions to both sides and dormer window with 2x Juliet balconies to rear
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Sheffield | Date: 2022-12-29
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A brief summary of Malin Bridge in South Yorkshire

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

Malin Bridge has 4 conservation areas within its boundaries: Wadsley, Hillsborough Park, Middlewood Park, Birkendale. 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.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Malin Bridge 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 Malin Bridge

In the last 24 months, 14 planning applications were submitted near Malin Bridge. Of these, 83% were approved, with an average decision time of 54 days.

This is broadly in line with the national average of approximately 87%. Malin Bridge maintains a standard approach to planning decisions.

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 Malin Bridge were full planning applications (3), outline applications (3), discharge of conditions (3). Full planning applications account for 21% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

2 planning appeals were lodged, of which 1 was allowed and 1 was dismissed (50% 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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