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Planning in Sothall

Approved
89%
16 of 18 decided
Decision time
about 7 weeks
on average

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

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About Sothall

Sothall is a district within the Beighton electoral ward in the eastern part of Sheffield, South Yorkshire, adjacent to Rotherham. Covering an area of 5.7 km², the ward encompasses Beighton, Hackenthorpe, Owlthorpe, and Sothall itself, with a population of 17,939 residents across 7,538 households as of the 2011 census. This area presents potential opportunities and considerations for planning applications, given its demographic and geographical significance.

There are currently no active flood warnings for the Sothall 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 Sothall 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, Sothall 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.

To comment on or object to a planning application near Sothall, 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, 30 planning applications were submitted near Sothall. Of these, 89% were approved, with an average decision time of 52 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (2), outline applications (2), discharge of conditions (1).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Sothall?
In the last 24 months, 30 planning applications were submitted near Sothall. The approval rate is 89%.
How long do planning decisions take near Sothall?
The average planning decision time near Sothall is 52 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 Sothall?
The planning approval rate near Sothall is 89%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Sothall?
The most common type of planning application near Sothall is full planning applications, with 2 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Sothall?
You can search and track planning applications near Sothall on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.