How long do planning decisions take near Shafton Two Gates?

The average planning decision time near Shafton Two Gates is 107 days. The statutory target is 8 weeks (56 days) for minor applications and 13 weeks for major applications.

What types of planning applications are most common near Shafton Two Gates?

The most common type of planning application near Shafton Two Gates is full planning applications, with 5 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Shafton Two Gates?

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Shafton Two Gates, South Yorkshire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Shafton Two Gates, South Yorkshire.

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About Shafton Two Gates

Shafton Two Gates is a civil parish located in the Metropolitan Borough of Barnsley, South Yorkshire, bordering West Yorkshire. The area includes the villages of Shafton and Shafton Two Gates, with a population that grew from 2,840 in 2001 to 3,447 in 2011. This demographic information may be relevant for those researching planning applications in the region.

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Property Prices

Average property sale price: £185,610 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: Barnsley
Parliamentary constituency: Barnsley North
LSOA: Barnsley 006A

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Two Gates based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

3 planning applications found near Shafton Two Gates.

- 16 Tollgate Close, Shafton, Barnsley, S72 8QX
Installation of new raised driveway access, dropped kerb and alterations to access the entrance area of dwelling.
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Barnsley | Date: 2026-04-13
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- 38 Poplar Avenue, Shafton, Barnsley, S72 8PU
Replacement of rear conservatory with new conservatory to semi-detached dwelling
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Barnsley | Date: 2024-07-22
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- 7 Sunningdale Drive, Cudworth, Barnsley, S72 8ES
2 storey side extension to 2 storey semi-detached dwelling
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Barnsley | Date: 2024-07-13
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A brief summary of Shafton Two Gates in South Yorkshire

Property prices in Shafton Two Gates show an average sale price of £185,610, 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 Two Gates a particularly low-crime area.

Shafton Two Gates 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 Two Gates 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 Two Gates

In the last 24 months, 5 planning applications were submitted near Shafton Two Gates. The average decision time was 107 days.

With an average of 107 days, decisions near Shafton Two Gates take longer than the statutory targets. Applicants should budget for a 4-month timeline and consider pre-application discussions to avoid delays.

The most common application types near Shafton Two Gates were full planning applications (5). Full planning applications account for 100% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

In terms of development scale, 2 medium-scale applications, 3 smaller schemes were submitted.

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