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Planning in Thurcroft

Approved
80%
12 of 13 decided
Decision time
about 6 weeks
on average

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

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About Thurcroft

Thurcroft is a village and civil parish located south-east of Rotherham in the Metropolitan Borough of Rotherham, South Yorkshire. Once a thriving mining community from 1902 until 1991, it currently has a population of approximately 5,296, which rose to 6,900 according to the 2011 Census. This historical context may be relevant for those researching planning applications in the area, particularly in relation to community development and land use. The settlement has a population of approximately 8,344 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Rotherham district.

Property prices in Thurcroft show an average sale price of £203,231, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry.

In terms of safety, there were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period (May 2026). This makes Thurcroft a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Thurcroft 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 Thurcroft, 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, 20 planning applications were submitted near Thurcroft. Of these, 80% were approved, with an average decision time of 45 days.

The most common types were discharge of conditions (4), outline applications (3), amendments (3).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Thurcroft?
In the last 24 months, 20 planning applications were submitted near Thurcroft. The approval rate is 80%.
How long do planning decisions take near Thurcroft?
The average planning decision time near Thurcroft is 45 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 Thurcroft?
The planning approval rate near Thurcroft is 80%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Thurcroft?
The most common type of planning application near Thurcroft is discharge of conditions, with 4 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Thurcroft?
You can search and track planning applications near Thurcroft on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.