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Planning in Thorpe Hesley

Approved
86%
12 of 14 decided
Decision time
about 9 weeks
on average

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

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About Thorpe Hesley

Thorpe Hesley is a village located in the Metropolitan Borough of Rotherham, South Yorkshire, just east of the M1 motorway at junction 35. Incorporated into Rotherham in 1894, it has a rich industrial history rooted in coal mining and nail making. The village features the Holy Trinity Anglican church, constructed in 1839 with significant contributions from the Earl Fitzwilliam and the Earl of Effingham, making it a notable landmark in the area for those considering planning applications. The settlement has a population of approximately 4,439. It sits within the Rotherham district.

Property prices in Thorpe Hesley show an average sale price of £203,231, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Thorpe Hesley 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 Thorpe Hesley a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Thorpe Hesley has 11 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Thorpe Hesley 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.

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To comment on or object to a planning application near Thorpe Hesley, 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, 16 planning applications were submitted near Thorpe Hesley. Of these, 86% were approved, with an average decision time of 65 days.

The most common types were tree works (5), outline applications (3), discharge of conditions (1).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Thorpe Hesley?
In the last 24 months, 16 planning applications were submitted near Thorpe Hesley. The approval rate is 86%.
How long do planning decisions take near Thorpe Hesley?
The average planning decision time near Thorpe Hesley is 65 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 Thorpe Hesley?
The planning approval rate near Thorpe Hesley is 86%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Thorpe Hesley?
The most common type of planning application near Thorpe Hesley is tree works applications, with 5 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Thorpe Hesley?
You can search and track planning applications near Thorpe Hesley on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.