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Planning in Scawthorpe

Approved
77%
30 of 34 decided
Decision time
about 8 weeks
on average

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

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About Scawthorpe

Scawthorpe is a suburban area of Doncaster, South Yorkshire, located along the A638 road. This community is divided between the Roman Ridge and Bentley city council wards, making it an important area for planning applications and local development initiatives.

Property prices in Scawthorpe show an average sale price of £179,268, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Scawthorpe 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 Scawthorpe a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Scawthorpe 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 Scawthorpe, 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, 72 planning applications were submitted near Scawthorpe. Of these, 77% were approved, with an average decision time of 57 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (14), outline applications (9), amendments (8). 3 large-scale developments were submitted during this period.

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

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Scawthorpe?
In the last 24 months, 72 planning applications were submitted near Scawthorpe. The approval rate is 77%.
How long do planning decisions take near Scawthorpe?
The average planning decision time near Scawthorpe is 57 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 Scawthorpe?
The planning approval rate near Scawthorpe is 77%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Scawthorpe?
The most common type of planning application near Scawthorpe is full planning applications, with 14 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Scawthorpe?
You can search and track planning applications near Scawthorpe on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.