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Planning in Sprotbrough

Approved
77%
10 of 11 decided
Decision time
about 6 weeks
on average

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

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About Sprotbrough

Sprotbrough is a village located in the City of Doncaster, South Yorkshire, boasting a population of 7,548 as of the 2021 census. Positioned at the top of the Don Gorge and approximately 3 miles west of Doncaster city centre, Sprotbrough is intersected by the A1(M) motorway. It forms part of the civil parish of Sprotbrough and Cusworth, which had a combined population of 12,134 in 2011, making it an area of interest for planning applications and development projects. The settlement has a population of approximately 11,591 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Doncaster district.

Property prices in Sprotbrough show an average sale price of £179,268, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Sprotbrough 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 Sprotbrough a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Sprotbrough has 15 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Sprotbrough 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. Further local information can be found on the community website at http://www.sc-pc.co.uk/.

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To comment on or object to a planning application near Sprotbrough, 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, 36 planning applications were submitted near Sprotbrough. Of these, 77% were approved, with an average decision time of 44 days.

The most common types were tree works (4), discharge of conditions (3), amendments (3).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Sprotbrough?
In the last 24 months, 36 planning applications were submitted near Sprotbrough. The approval rate is 77%.
How long do planning decisions take near Sprotbrough?
The average planning decision time near Sprotbrough is 44 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 Sprotbrough?
The planning approval rate near Sprotbrough is 77%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Sprotbrough?
The most common type of planning application near Sprotbrough is tree works applications, with 4 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Sprotbrough?
You can search and track planning applications near Sprotbrough on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.