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Planning in Middlecliffe

Only 4 decisions near Middlecliffe in the last 2 years, too few to judge an approval rate.

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

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Around Middlecliffe

Postcode districts

S72 55 applications in the last 12 monthsS73 41 applications in the last 12 months

Applications in each district in the last 12 months.

Planning authority: Barnsley Metropolitan Borough Council

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About Middlecliffe

Middlecliffe is a quaint hamlet in South Yorkshire, nestled between Darfield and Great Houghton, near Barnsley. It features a mix of current and former council houses, a small corner shop, a Working Men’s Club, and a sports ground that hosts Houghton Main Cricket Club and Football Club. The area falls under the Darfield Ward of Barnsley Metropolitan Borough Council, offering potential planning opportunities and developments in a community rich in local heritage, including being the birthplace of footballer Wilf Copping.

Property prices in Middlecliffe 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 Middlecliffe 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 Middlecliffe a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Middlecliffe has 3 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Middlecliffe 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 Middlecliffe, 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, 5 planning applications were submitted near Middlecliffe.

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

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Middlecliffe?
In the last 24 months, 5 planning applications were submitted near Middlecliffe.
What types of planning applications are most common near Middlecliffe?
The most common type of planning application near Middlecliffe is full planning applications, with 2 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Middlecliffe?
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