How long do planning decisions take near Swallownest?

The average planning decision time near Swallownest is 32 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 Swallownest?

The planning approval rate near Swallownest is 67%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Swallownest?

The most common type of planning application near Swallownest is outline applications, with 1 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Swallownest?

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Swallownest, South Yorkshire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Swallownest, South Yorkshire.

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About Swallownest

Swallownest is a village situated in the civil parish of Aston cum Aughton, within the Metropolitan Borough of Rotherham, South Yorkshire. Located just 4 miles south of Rotherham and 7 miles from Sheffield, Swallownest offers a strategic position for planning applications in the region, reflecting its connectivity and local development opportunities.

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Area Information

Admin district: Sheffield
Parliamentary constituency: Sheffield South East
LSOA: Sheffield 045E

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Swallownest.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Swallownest based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

5 planning applications found near Swallownest.

- 40 Chestnut Road Swallownest 0040
Erection of attached garage to side
Status: Undecided | Council: Rotherham | Date: 2026-04-22
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- 22 Chestnut Road Swallownest 0022
Prior Notification for a larger house extension with a 6m rear extension, a height of 2.25m to the eaves and an overall height of 3.75m
Status: Permitted | Type: Outline | Council: Rotherham | Date: 2026-04-20
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- 20 Chestnut Road Swallownest 0020
Two storey side & single storey rear extension
Status: Undecided | Council: Rotherham | Date: 2026-03-06
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- 134 Haigh Moor Way Swallownest 0134
Three storey rear extension
Status: Rejected | Council: Rotherham | Date: 2026-02-13
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- 143 Sheffield Road Fence 0143
Formation of vehicle access crossing
Status: Permitted | Council: Rotherham | Date: 2023-08-17
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A brief summary of Swallownest in South Yorkshire

There were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period. This makes Swallownest a particularly low-crime area.

Ecology & Nature Designations

The area around Swallownest includes 2 Ancient Woodland sites. 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 Swallownest

In the last 24 months, 6 planning applications were submitted near Swallownest. Of these, 67% were approved, with an average decision time of 32 days.

This is below the national average of approximately 87%, which may reflect stricter local policies, sensitivity of the area, or higher levels of speculative applications. Pre-application advice is particularly worthwhile near Swallownest.

The average decision time of 32 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Swallownest were outline applications (1), amendments (1).

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