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Planning in Mapplewell

Approved
90%
18 of 20 decided
Decision time
about 20 weeks
on average

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Mapplewell in the last 24 months, from Barnsley Metropolitan Borough Council's planning register.

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About Mapplewell

Mapplewell is a village located in the Metropolitan Borough of Barnsley, South Yorkshire, England. Previously part of the Barnsley West and Penistone constituency, it is now included in the Barnsley Central borough constituency following boundary changes in 2004. The village is situated within the Darton East ward of Barnsley MBC, making it a relevant area for those researching planning applications and local developments.

Property prices in Mapplewell show an average sale price of £168,074, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Mapplewell area, indicating a relatively low flood risk at present. This is a positive factor for both existing residents and those considering property purchases or new developments.

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

The area around Mapplewell has 1 nature designation nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

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

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To comment on or object to a planning application near Mapplewell, 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, 27 planning applications were submitted near Mapplewell. Of these, 90% were approved, with an average decision time of 142 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (14), outline applications (3), discharge of conditions (2). 1 large-scale development was submitted during this period.

1 planning appeal was lodged, of which 0 were allowed and 1 was dismissed (0% success rate).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Mapplewell?
In the last 24 months, 27 planning applications were submitted near Mapplewell. The approval rate is 90%.
How long do planning decisions take near Mapplewell?
The average planning decision time near Mapplewell is 142 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 Mapplewell?
The planning approval rate near Mapplewell is 90%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Mapplewell?
The most common type of planning application near Mapplewell is full planning applications, with 14 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Mapplewell?
You can search and track planning applications near Mapplewell on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.