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Planning in South Hiendley

Approved
91%
10 of 10 decided
Decision time
about 12 weeks
on average

Applications within 1 km of the centre of South Hiendley in the last 24 months, from Wakefield Metropolitan District Council's planning register.

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Around South Hiendley

Postcode districts

S72 55 applications in the last 12 monthsWF4 247 applications in the last 12 months

Applications in each district in the last 12 months.

Planning authority: Wakefield Metropolitan District Council

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About South Hiendley

South Hiendley is a village and civil parish located near Barnsley, within the City of Wakefield council area in West Yorkshire, England. With a population of 1,667 that rose to 1,817 by the 2011 Census, the village has seen steady growth. Historically, it was part of the Hemsworth Rural District until 1974, making it a relevant area for those considering planning applications and development projects in the region. The settlement has a population of approximately 1,751 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Wakefield district.

Property prices in South Hiendley show an average sale price of £168,074, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry.

The area around South Hiendley has 1 nature designation nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, South Hiendley 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 South Hiendley, 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, 17 planning applications were submitted near South Hiendley. Of these, 91% were approved, with an average decision time of 81 days.

The most common types were outline applications (4), amendments (4), full planning applications (3).

1 planning appeal was lodged, of which 0 were allowed and 1 was dismissed (0% success rate).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near South Hiendley?
In the last 24 months, 17 planning applications were submitted near South Hiendley. The approval rate is 91%.
How long do planning decisions take near South Hiendley?
The average planning decision time near South Hiendley is 81 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 South Hiendley?
The planning approval rate near South Hiendley is 91%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near South Hiendley?
The most common type of planning application near South Hiendley is outline applications, with 4 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near South Hiendley?
You can search and track planning applications near South Hiendley on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.