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Planning in Silkstone

Only 2 decisions near Silkstone in the last 2 years, too few to judge an approval rate.

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

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About Silkstone

Silkstone is a village and civil parish located in the Metropolitan Borough of Barnsley, South Yorkshire, nestled in the foothills of the Pennines, approximately 4 miles west of Barnsley. The parish encompasses the nearby village of Silkstone Common and had a population of 2,954 at the 2001 census, which rose to 3,153 by the 2011 census. This growing community may present various opportunities and considerations for planning applications in the area. The settlement has a population of approximately 3,153. It sits within the Silkstone district.

Property prices in Silkstone show an average sale price of £168,074, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Silkstone 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 Silkstone a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Silkstone has 11 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Silkstone 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. Further local information can be found on the community website at http://www.silkstoneparishcouncil.gov.uk/.

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To comment on or object to a planning application near Silkstone, 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, 6 planning applications were submitted near Silkstone.

The most common types were full planning applications (1).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Silkstone?
In the last 24 months, 6 planning applications were submitted near Silkstone.
What types of planning applications are most common near Silkstone?
The most common type of planning application near Silkstone is full planning applications, with 1 submission in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Silkstone?
You can search and track planning applications near Silkstone on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.