How long do planning decisions take near Topham?

The average planning decision time near Topham is 28 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 Topham?

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

What types of planning applications are most common near Topham?

The most common type of planning application near Topham is discharge of conditions, with 1 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Topham?

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Topham, South Yorkshire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Topham, South Yorkshire.

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About Topham

Topham is a quaint rural hamlet situated on the River Went in South Yorkshire, within the Metropolitan Borough of Doncaster. This idyllic location runs alongside the Trans-Pennine Trail, making it an attractive area for outdoor enthusiasts and potential development opportunities.

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Property Prices

Average property sale price: £211,894 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: East Riding of Yorkshire
Parliamentary constituency: Goole and Pocklington
LSOA: East Riding of Yorkshire 040D

Crime Statistics

2 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Crime Breakdown

other-theft: 1
violent-crime: 1

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Topham.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Topham based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

1 planning application found near Topham.

- Field View House Chapel Lane Sykehouse Goole DN14 9BN
xApplication to fell a Lime tree, identified as T3 of Tree Preservation Order No 359, High Grove, Sykehouse 2012
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Doncaster | Date: 2023-09-14
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A brief summary of Topham in South Yorkshire

Property prices in Topham show an average sale price of £211,894, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry.

Neighbourhood safety in Topham is generally good, with just 2 crimes reported in the most recent period.

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Planning Activity in Topham

In the last 24 months, 1 planning applications were submitted near Topham. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 28 days.

This is notably above the national average of approximately 87%, suggesting a relatively permissive planning environment. Applicants near Topham may find that well-prepared applications have a strong chance of success.

The average decision time of 28 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Topham were discharge of conditions (1).

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