Midhopestones, South Yorkshire Planning Applications
Recent planning applications near Midhopestones, South Yorkshire.
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About Midhopestones
Midhopestones is a village located within the civil parish of Bradfield, situated in the Stocksbridge and Upper Don electoral ward of Sheffield, South Yorkshire. This picturesque area offers a blend of rural charm and community spirit, making it a point of interest for those exploring planning applications in the region.
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Town Insights
Property Prices
Average property sale price: £243,038 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).
Area Information
- Admin district: Barnsley
- Parliamentary constituency: Penistone and Stocksbridge
- LSOA: Barnsley 024B
Crime Statistics
0 crimes reported in 2026-02.
Flood Risk
No active flood warnings near Midhopestones.
Keyword Scorecard
Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Midhopestones.
- 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 Midhopestones based on the last 24 months of planning data.
Nearby Applications
1 planning application found near Midhopestones.
- - Oaks Cottage Oaks Lane Midhopestones Sheffield S36 4GR
Removal of tree (Midhopestones Conservation Area)
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Sheffield | Date: 2025-10-14
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A brief summary of Midhopestones in South Yorkshire
Midhopestones is a village located within the civil parish of Bradfield, situated in the Stocksbridge and Upper Don electoral ward of Sheffield, South Yorkshire. This picturesque area offers a blend of rural charm and community spirit, making it a point of interest for those exploring planning applications in the region.
Property prices in Midhopestones show an average sale price of £243,038, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry.
There were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period. This makes Midhopestones a particularly low-crime area.
Midhopestones has one conservation area within its boundaries: Midhopestones. Planning applications within or near this conservation area 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 Midhopestones includes 2 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Spring Meadows, Alderman's Head & Cow Croft Meadows SSSI, Dark Peak SSSI; 5 Ancient Woodland sites; 1 Special Areas of Conservation (SAC): South Pennine Moors; 1 Special Protection Areas (SPA): Peak District Moors (South Pennine Moors Phase 1); 1 National Parks: PEAK DISTRICT. These designations may affect planning decisions, as proposals near protected sites require environmental impact assessment and may face additional restrictions.
For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Midhopestones 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 Midhopestones
In the last 24 months, 1 planning applications were submitted near Midhopestones. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 35 days.
This is notably above the national average of approximately 87%, suggesting a relatively permissive planning environment. Applicants near Midhopestones may find that well-prepared applications have a strong chance of success.
The average decision time of 35 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.
The most common application types near Midhopestones were tree works (1). The significant number of tree-related applications is typical for areas with mature tree cover or active tree preservation orders.
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Related Planning Guides
- What Is Planning Permission in the UK? — Planning permission is the formal approval you need from your local council before making certain changes to a building or piece of land.
- What Is Permitted Development? — Permitted development rights allow certain building works and changes of use without the need to apply for planning permission.
- How Long Does Planning Permission Take? — Typical timelines for planning permission decisions in the UK, from submission to approval, and what can cause delays.