Moorgate, South Yorkshire Planning Applications
Recent planning applications near Moorgate, South Yorkshire.
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Planning applications in Moorgate are administered by Rotherham Metropolitan Borough Council. View the full Rotherham Metropolitan Borough Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.
About Moorgate
Moorgate, located in South Yorkshire, was historically one of the northern gates of the City of London, notable for being the last to be constructed in its defensive wall. The gate derives its name from the nearby Moorfields, a region characterized by marshy terrain just north of the wall, which may be relevant for those considering planning applications in the area due to its historical significance and potential land use implications.
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Town Insights
Property Prices
Average property sale price: £203,231 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).
Area Information
- Admin district: Rotherham
- Parliamentary constituency: Rotherham
- LSOA: Rotherham 025B
Crime Statistics
0 crimes reported in 2026-05.
Flood Risk
No active flood warnings near Moorgate.
Keyword Scorecard
Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Moorgate.
- 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 Moorgate based on the last 24 months of planning data.
Nearby Applications
15 planning applications found near Moorgate.
- - 198 Moorgate Road Moorgate 0198
Proposed garden studio
Council: Rotherham | Date: 2026-06-29
View full details - - 3 Newman Court Moorgate 0003
Two storey front & rear extensions, single storey side extension and new boundary gates & hedging to front
Status: Undecided | Council: Rotherham | Date: 2026-06-12
View full details - - 37 East Bawtry Road Whiston 0037
Demolition of the existing single-storey rear extension & erection of a new single-storey rear extension and formation of a hipped roof over the existing flat roof of the two-storey side extension
Status: Undecided | Type: Other | Council: Rotherham | Date: 2026-06-08
View full details - - 174 Moorgate Road Moorgate 0174
Proposed alteration to roof height to create full first floor accommodation including dormer windows within the rear elevation, erection of two storey front extension and single storey porch to front
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Rotherham | Date: 2026-05-27
View full details - - 22 Garden Crescent Moorgate 0022
Demolition of existing attached garage, erection of single-storey side extensions on both sides & conversion of loft to create rooms in roof space
Status: Undecided | Type: Other | Council: Rotherham | Date: 2026-05-05
View full details - - 254 East Bawtry Road Whiston 0254
Application for Lawful Development Certificate re: Proposed outbuilding
Status: Withdrawn | Type: Outline | Council: Rotherham | Date: 2026-03-30
View full details - - 5 Well Lane Whiston 0005
Application to undertake works to a tree(s) within Whiston Conservation Area
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Rotherham | Date: 2026-03-30
View full details - - 23 Weetwood Road Moorgate 0023
Erection of a single storey front, two storey side & rear and single storey rear extension
Status: Permitted | Council: Rotherham | Date: 2026-03-16
View full details - - 80 Newman Road Moorgate 0080
Application for Lawful Development Certificate re: Proposed single storey rear extension & porch to side
Status: Undecided | Type: Outline | Council: Rotherham | Date: 2026-02-16
View full details - - 13 Hall Crescent Moorgate 0013
Application for Lawful Development Certificate re: Proposed alterations to roof, installation of dormer window to rear & 2 No. Velux windows to front
Status: Permitted | Type: Outline | Council: Rotherham | Date: 2026-01-27
View full details - - 66 Newman Road Moorgate 0066
Two storey side & single storey front extension
Status: Permitted | Council: Rotherham | Date: 2026-01-09
View full details - - 51 Whiston Grange Moorgate 0051
Discharge of condition 01 imposed by planning application RB2020/1243
Status: Undecided | Type: Conditions | Council: Rotherham | Date: 2025-12-24
View full details - - Whiston Parish Community Centre Well Lane Whiston 9999
Prior Notification for the installation of Solar Photovoltaics (PV) equipment
Status: Permitted | Type: Outline | Council: Rotherham | Date: 2025-12-23
View full details - - 4 Parkson Road Moorgate Rotherham 0004
Demolition of existing conservatory & erection of a two storey side & rear and single storey front & rear extension
Status: Rejected | Type: Other | Council: Rotherham | Date: 2025-12-16
View full details - - Newman School East Bawtry Road Whiston 9999
Formation of hardstanding
Status: Permitted | Council: Rotherham | Date: 2023-04-28
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A brief summary of Moorgate in South Yorkshire
Moorgate, located in South Yorkshire, was historically one of the northern gates of the City of London, notable for being the last to be constructed in its defensive wall. The gate derives its name from the nearby Moorfields, a region characterized by marshy terrain just north of the wall, which may be relevant for those considering planning applications in the area due to its historical significance and potential land use implications.
Property prices in Moorgate show an average sale price of £203,231, 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 Moorgate a particularly low-crime area.
Moorgate has 2 conservation areas within its boundaries: Whiston, Moorgate. 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 Moorgate includes 5 Ancient Woodland sites. 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, Moorgate 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 Moorgate
In the last 24 months, 28 planning applications were submitted near Moorgate. Of these, 64% were approved, with an average decision time of 49 days.
This is below the national average of approximately 87%, which may reflect stricter local policies, sensitivity of the area, or higher levels of speculative applications. Pre-application advice is particularly worthwhile near Moorgate.
The average decision time of 49 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.
The most common application types near Moorgate were other applications (5), outline applications (4), discharge of conditions (2).
In terms of development scale, 2 medium-scale applications, 25 smaller schemes were submitted.
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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.