How long do planning decisions take near Shafton?

The average planning decision time near Shafton is 56 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 Shafton?

The planning approval rate near Shafton is 100%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Shafton?

The most common type of planning application near Shafton is full planning applications, with 2 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Shafton?

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Shafton, South Yorkshire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Shafton, South Yorkshire.

South Yorkshire · England · settlement

Planning applications in Shafton are administered by Barnsley Metropolitan Borough Council. View the full Barnsley Metropolitan Borough Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.

About Shafton

Shafton is a civil parish located within the Metropolitan Borough of Barnsley, South Yorkshire, near the border with West Yorkshire. The area encompasses the villages of Shafton and Shafton Two Gates, with a population that grew from 2,840 in 2001 to 3,447 by 2011. This growth may influence planning applications and development opportunities in the region.

Population: 3,395 (2021)

District: Barnsley

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £168,074 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: Barnsley
Parliamentary constituency: Barnsley North
LSOA: Barnsley 008B

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-05.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Shafton.

Keyword Scorecard

Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Shafton.

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 Shafton based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

2 planning applications found near Shafton.

- Land West Of Market Street Edenfield Bury Lancashire
Approval of details reserved by condition 35 (Site Earthworks Details) pursuant to planning permission 2022/0451.
Status: Permitted | Type: Conditions | Council: Rossendale | Date: 2026-01-21
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- 10 Hawthorne Way, Shafton, Barnsley, S72 8PS
Erection of detached garage to rear of dwelling
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Barnsley | Date: 2025-09-26
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A brief summary of Shafton in South Yorkshire

Property prices in Shafton show an average sale price of £168,074, 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 Shafton a particularly low-crime area.

Shafton has one conservation area within its boundaries: No data available for publication by HE. 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 Shafton includes 1 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Dearne Valley Wetlands SSSI. These designations may affect planning decisions, as proposals near protected sites require environmental impact assessment and may face additional restrictions.

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Planning Activity in Shafton

In the last 24 months, 4 planning applications were submitted near Shafton. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 56 days.

This is notably above the national average of approximately 87%, suggesting a relatively permissive planning environment. Applicants near Shafton may find that well-prepared applications have a strong chance of success.

The average decision time of 56 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Shafton were full planning applications (2), outline applications (1), discharge of conditions (1). Full planning applications account for 50% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

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