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Planning in Skellow

Approved
69%
20 of 21 decided
Decision time
about 9 weeks
on average

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

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About Skellow

Skellow is a village located in the Doncaster district of South Yorkshire, approximately 5 miles northwest of Doncaster town centre. Nestled within the Askern Spa Ward of Doncaster MBC, Skellow is characterized by its surrounding mixed farmland and convenient access to the A1 motorway, which lies to the west. To the east, the village seamlessly transitions into the neighbouring village of Carcroft along the B1220 road, making it an area of interest for potential planning applications and developments.

Property prices in Skellow 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 Skellow 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 Skellow 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, Skellow 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 Skellow, 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, 35 planning applications were submitted near Skellow. Of these, 69% were approved, with an average decision time of 66 days.

The most common types were telecoms (10), discharge of conditions (7), full planning applications (5). 1 large-scale development was submitted during this period.

3 planning appeals were lodged, of which 1 was allowed and 2 were dismissed (33% success rate).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Skellow?
In the last 24 months, 35 planning applications were submitted near Skellow. The approval rate is 69%.
How long do planning decisions take near Skellow?
The average planning decision time near Skellow is 66 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 Skellow?
The planning approval rate near Skellow is 69%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Skellow?
The most common type of planning application near Skellow is telecoms, with 10 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Skellow?
You can search and track planning applications near Skellow on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.