How long do planning decisions take near Skellow?

The average planning decision time near Skellow is 40 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 62%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Skellow?

The most common type of planning application near Skellow is telecoms, with 7 submissions in the last 24 months.

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Skellow, South Yorkshire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Skellow, South Yorkshire.

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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.

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Area Information

Admin district: Doncaster
Parliamentary constituency: Doncaster North
LSOA: Doncaster 009D

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Skellow.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Skellow based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

7 planning applications found near Skellow.

- OS 44 And 64 Birch Avenue Skellow Doncaster
Notification to utilise permitted development rights in accordance with Regulation 5 of the Electronic Communications Code (Conditions and Restrictions) Regulations 2003 (as amended) - 2x 9m light woo
Status: Permitted | Type: Telecoms | Council: Doncaster | Date: 2024-12-02
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- 1 George Street Carcroft Doncaster DN6 8BQ
Erection of a single storey rear extension containing bedroom and ensuite
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Doncaster | Date: 2024-11-04
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- Skellow Hall Residential Home Cross Hill Skellow Doncaster DN6 8JW
Conservation Area Notification to remove tree growing through wall located in the Skellow Conservation Area.
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Doncaster | Date: 2024-09-04
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- 4 Hawthorne Crescent Skellow Doncaster DN6 8HU
Erection of a single-storey rear extension consisting of block and render construction & a flat roof (extending 4.50m beyond rear wall, maximum height of 3.00m and 3.00m to height of the eaves)
Status: Permitted | Type: Outline | Council: Doncaster | Date: 2024-04-26
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- Hall Cottage Old Skellow Skellow Doncaster DN6 8JR
Conservation Area Notification to remove storm damaged branches from Ash Tree located in the Skellow-Buttercorss Conservation Area.
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Doncaster | Date: 2023-08-10
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- 31 Beech Road Skellow Doncaster DN6 8HT
New external wall insulation upgrades with render finishes to replace existing render facades and pebble-dash render finishes to replace existing pebble-dash render facades. Roof replacements includin
Status: Permitted | Type: Outline | Council: Doncaster | Date: 2023-06-16
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- 3 George Street Carcroft Doncaster DN6 8BQ
New external wall insulation upgrades with render finishes to replace existing render facades and pebble-dash render finishes to replace existing pebble-dash render facades. Roof replacements includin
Status: Permitted | Type: Outline | Council: Doncaster | Date: 2023-06-16
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A brief summary of Skellow in South Yorkshire

There were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period. This makes Skellow a particularly low-crime area.

Skellow has 3 conservation areas within its boundaries: Skellow - Buttercross, Adwick-le-Street, Burghwallis. Planning applications within or near these conservation areas 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.

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Planning Activity in Skellow

In the last 24 months, 14 planning applications were submitted near Skellow. Of these, 62% were approved, with an average decision time of 40 days.

This is below the national average of approximately 87%, which may reflect stricter local policies, sensitivity of the area, or higher levels of speculative applications. Pre-application advice is particularly worthwhile near Skellow.

The average decision time of 40 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Skellow were telecoms (7), full planning applications (4), tree works (1).

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