Upper Midhope, South Yorkshire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Upper Midhope, South Yorkshire.

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Planning applications in Upper Midhope are administered by Barnsley Metropolitan Borough Council. View the full Barnsley Metropolitan Borough Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.

About Upper Midhope

Upper Midhope is a quaint hamlet located in the civil parish of Bradfield, within the Stocksbridge and Upper Don electoral ward of Sheffield, South Yorkshire. Nestled on the fringe of the Peak District National Park, it offers a unique blend of rural charm and proximity to scenic landscapes, making it an interesting area for planning applications related to residential and recreational developments.

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Area Information

Admin district: Barnsley
Parliamentary constituency: Penistone and Stocksbridge
LSOA: Barnsley 024D

Crime Statistics

2 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Crime Breakdown

violent-crime: 2

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Upper Midhope.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Upper Midhope based on the last 24 months of planning data.

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A brief summary of Upper Midhope in South Yorkshire

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

Upper Midhope has 2 conservation areas within its boundaries: Langsett, Upper Midhope. Planning applications within or near these conservation areas are subject to additional scrutiny to preserve the architectural and historic character of the area. Homeowners and developers should be aware that permitted development rights may be restricted.

Ecology & Nature Designations

The area around Upper Midhope includes 3 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Little Don Stream Section SSSI, Spring Meadows, Alderman's Head & Cow Croft Meadows SSSI, Dark Peak SSSI; 1 Special Areas of Conservation (SAC): South Pennine Moors; 1 Special Protection Areas (SPA): Peak District Moors (South Pennine Moors Phase 1); 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.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Upper Midhope 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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