How long do planning decisions take near Storrs?

The average planning decision time near Storrs is 50 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 Storrs?

The planning approval rate near Storrs is 100%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Storrs?

The most common type of planning application near Storrs is outline applications, with 3 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Storrs?

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Storrs, South Yorkshire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Storrs, South Yorkshire.

South Yorkshire · England · settlement

Planning applications in Storrs are administered by Sheffield City Council. View the full Sheffield City Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.

About Storrs

Storrs is a picturesque hamlet located within the City of Sheffield, approximately 4 miles west-northwest of the city centre. Nestled between Stannington and Dungworth in the civil parish of Bradfield, it sits at an elevation of 210 metres above sea level, surrounded by the scenic Loxley and Rivelin valleys. Historically a farming community, Storrs has also seen water-powered milling and small-scale cutlery production, adding to its rich heritage and potential for development in planning applications.

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £217,932 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: Sheffield
Parliamentary constituency: Sheffield Brightside and Hillsborough
LSOA: Sheffield 016C

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-05.

Keyword Scorecard

Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Storrs.

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 Storrs based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

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A brief summary of Storrs in South Yorkshire

Property prices in Storrs show an average sale price of £217,932, 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 Storrs a particularly low-crime area.

Ecology & Nature Designations

The area around Storrs includes 1 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Stannington Ruffs SSSI; 4 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.

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Planning Activity in Storrs

In the last 24 months, 13 planning applications were submitted near Storrs. 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 Storrs 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 Storrs were outline applications (3), tree works (3), discharge of conditions (3).

5 planning appeals were lodged, of which 2 were allowed and 3 were dismissed (40% success rate).

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