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Planning in Spring Vale

Approved
100%
11 of 11 decided
Decision time
about 11 weeks
on average

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

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About Spring Vale

Spring Vale is a settlement located in South Yorkshire, England.

There are currently no active flood warnings for the Spring Vale 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 Spring Vale a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Spring Vale has 3 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Spring Vale 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 Spring Vale, 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, 20 planning applications were submitted near Spring Vale. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 77 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (5), outline applications (2), amendments (2).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Spring Vale?
In the last 24 months, 20 planning applications were submitted near Spring Vale. The approval rate is 100%.
How long do planning decisions take near Spring Vale?
The average planning decision time near Spring Vale is 77 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 Spring Vale?
The planning approval rate near Spring Vale is 100%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Spring Vale?
The most common type of planning application near Spring Vale is full planning applications, with 5 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Spring Vale?
You can search and track planning applications near Spring Vale on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.