Stocksbridge, South Yorkshire Planning Applications
Recent planning applications near Stocksbridge, South Yorkshire.
South Yorkshire · England · Town
About Stocksbridge
Stocksbridge is a town and civil parish located in South Yorkshire, England, and has been part of the City of Sheffield since 1974. Nestled to the north and east by the southern edge of the Metropolitan Borough of Barnsley, Stocksbridge is situated approximately 9 miles from Barnsley and 10 miles from Sheffield, making it a key area for local planning applications and developments.
Population: 13,301 (2021)
District: Sheffield
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Town Insights
Property Prices
Average property sale price: £243,038 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).
Area Information
- Admin district: Sheffield
- Parliamentary constituency: Penistone and Stocksbridge
- LSOA: Sheffield 002D
Crime Statistics
0 crimes reported in 2026-02.
Flood Risk
No active flood warnings near Stocksbridge.
Keyword Scorecard
Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Stocksbridge.
- 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 Stocksbridge based on the last 24 months of planning data.
Nearby Applications
3 planning applications found near Stocksbridge.
- - Beachcomber Barbershop 584 Manchester Road Stocksbridge Sheffield S36 1DY
Application to approve details in relation to condition no(s) 3 (Sound Insulation), 4 (Hard and Soft Landscaping), 5 (Facing Materials), and 6 (Roofing Materials) as imposed by planning permission 25/
Status: Undecided | Type: Conditions | Council: Sheffield | Date: 2026-04-21
View full details - - Stocksbridge Christ Church Manchester Road Stocksbridge Sheffield S36 1DY
Siting of a shipping container to part of the car parking area
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Sheffield | Date: 2025-10-10
View full details - - Heaven Scent Place 5 Smith Road Sheffield S36 1FG
Alterations to roof of dwellinghouse including erection of 2x front dormers, addition of rooflights to front and rear, erection of 3x bay windows and porch to front, replacement single-storey side ext
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Sheffield | Date: 2023-04-27
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A brief summary of Stocksbridge in South Yorkshire
Stocksbridge is a town and civil parish located in South Yorkshire, England, and has been part of the City of Sheffield since 1974. Nestled to the north and east by the southern edge of the Metropolitan Borough of Barnsley, Stocksbridge is situated approximately 9 miles from Barnsley and 10 miles from Sheffield, making it a key area for local planning applications and developments. The Town has a population of approximately 13,301 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Sheffield district.
Property prices in Stocksbridge show an average sale price of £243,038, 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 Stocksbridge a particularly low-crime area.
Stocksbridge has one conservation area within its boundaries: Bolsterstone. 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 Stocksbridge includes 3 Ancient Woodland sites; 1 National Parks: PEAK DISTRICT. These designations may affect planning decisions, as proposals near protected sites require environmental impact assessment and may face additional restrictions.
For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Stocksbridge 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.
Planning Activity in Stocksbridge
In the last 24 months, 10 planning applications were submitted near Stocksbridge. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 50 days.
This is notably above the national average of approximately 87%, suggesting a relatively permissive planning environment. Applicants near Stocksbridge may find that well-prepared applications have a strong chance of success.
The average decision time of 50 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.
The most common application types near Stocksbridge were discharge of conditions (6), full planning applications (1), tree works (1).
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Related Planning Guides
- What Is Planning Permission in the UK? — Planning permission is the formal approval you need from your local council before making certain changes to a building or piece of land.
- What Is Permitted Development? — Permitted development rights allow certain building works and changes of use without the need to apply for planning permission.
- How Long Does Planning Permission Take? — Typical timelines for planning permission decisions in the UK, from submission to approval, and what can cause delays.