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Planning in Roughbirchworth

Approved
92%
11 of 11 decided
Decision time
about 18 weeks
on average

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

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About Roughbirchworth

Roughbirchworth is a settlement located in South Yorkshire, England.

There are currently no active flood warnings for the Roughbirchworth 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 Roughbirchworth a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Roughbirchworth has 5 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

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

To comment on or object to a planning application near Roughbirchworth, 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, 16 planning applications were submitted near Roughbirchworth. Of these, 92% were approved, with an average decision time of 123 days.

The most common types were discharge of conditions (6), full planning applications (4), outline applications (2).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Roughbirchworth?
In the last 24 months, 16 planning applications were submitted near Roughbirchworth. The approval rate is 92%.
How long do planning decisions take near Roughbirchworth?
The average planning decision time near Roughbirchworth is 123 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 Roughbirchworth?
The planning approval rate near Roughbirchworth is 92%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Roughbirchworth?
The most common type of planning application near Roughbirchworth is discharge of conditions, with 6 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Roughbirchworth?
You can search and track planning applications near Roughbirchworth on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.