How long do planning decisions take near Snape Hill?

The average planning decision time near Snape Hill is 74 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 Snape Hill?

The planning approval rate near Snape Hill is 100%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Snape Hill?

The most common type of planning application near Snape Hill is full planning applications, with 3 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Snape Hill?

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Snape Hill, South Yorkshire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Snape Hill, South Yorkshire.

South Yorkshire · England · settlement

Planning applications in Snape Hill are administered by Barnsley Metropolitan Borough Council. View the full Barnsley Metropolitan Borough Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £168,074 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: Barnsley
Parliamentary constituency: Barnsley South
LSOA: Barnsley 020E

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-05.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Snape Hill.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Snape Hill based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

2 planning applications found near Snape Hill.

- 9 Celandine Grove, Darfield, Barnsley, S73 9JQ
First floor side extension, and replacement of existing rear conservatory with single storey rear extension to dwelling
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Barnsley | Date: 2025-11-18
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- 89 - 91 Snape Hill Road, Darfield, Barnsley, S73 9LR
Change of use of building to be used as commercial online pharmacy at ground floor and first floor as two flats (Prior Approval)
Status: Permitted | Type: Amendment | Council: Barnsley | Date: 2024-10-26
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A brief summary of Snape Hill in South Yorkshire

Snape Hill is a settlement located in South Yorkshire, England.

Property prices in Snape Hill show an average sale price of £168,074, 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 Snape Hill a particularly low-crime area.

Snape Hill has one conservation area within its boundaries: Darfield. 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 Snape Hill 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 Snape Hill

In the last 24 months, 5 planning applications were submitted near Snape Hill. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 74 days.

This is notably above the national average of approximately 87%, suggesting a relatively permissive planning environment. Applicants near Snape Hill may find that well-prepared applications have a strong chance of success.

The average decision period of 74 days exceeds the 8-week target for minor applications but falls within the 13-week target for major schemes. Applicants should plan for approximately 11 weeks from submission to decision.

The most common application types near Snape Hill were full planning applications (3), amendments (1), advertising consent (1). Full planning applications account for 60% 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.

1 planning appeal was lodged, of which 1 was allowed and 0 were dismissed (100% success rate). This relatively high appeal success rate suggests that the local authority may be refusing some applications that the Planning Inspectorate considers acceptable.

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