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Planning in Shiregreen

Approved
84%
31 of 36 decided
Decision time
about 9 weeks
on average

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Shiregreen in the last 24 months, from Sheffield City Council's planning register.

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Around Shiregreen

Postcode districts

S5 119 applications in the last 12 monthsS35 225 applications in the last 12 monthsS4 98 applications in the last 12 months

Applications in each district in the last 12 months.

Planning authority: Sheffield City Council

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About Shiregreen

Shiregreen and Brightside is a vibrant electoral ward in the northern part of Sheffield, South Yorkshire, encompassing the districts of Brightside, Shiregreen, and Wincobank. Covering an area of 6.5 km², it had a population of 20,826 residents across 8,696 households as of the 2011 census. This ward is part of the Sheffield Brightside and Hillsborough parliamentary constituency, making it a key area for planning applications and community development.

Property prices in Shiregreen show an average sale price of £217,932, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Shiregreen 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 Shiregreen a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Shiregreen has 2 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Shiregreen 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 Shiregreen, 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, 51 planning applications were submitted near Shiregreen. Of these, 84% were approved, with an average decision time of 60 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (11), outline applications (9), discharge of conditions (4). 1 large-scale development was submitted during this period.

1 planning appeal was lodged, of which 1 was allowed and 0 were dismissed (100% success rate).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Shiregreen?
In the last 24 months, 51 planning applications were submitted near Shiregreen. The approval rate is 84%.
How long do planning decisions take near Shiregreen?
The average planning decision time near Shiregreen is 60 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 Shiregreen?
The planning approval rate near Shiregreen is 84%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Shiregreen?
The most common type of planning application near Shiregreen is full planning applications, with 11 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Shiregreen?
You can search and track planning applications near Shiregreen on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.