How long do planning decisions take near Wadsley?

The average planning decision time near Wadsley is 66 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 Wadsley?

The planning approval rate near Wadsley is 80%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Wadsley?

The most common type of planning application near Wadsley is full planning applications, with 3 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Wadsley?

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Wadsley, South Yorkshire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Wadsley, South Yorkshire.

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About Wadsley

Wadsley is a suburb located approximately 3 miles north-west of Sheffield city centre in South Yorkshire, England, with a grid reference of SK321905. Once a rural village, Wadsley has transformed significantly due to Sheffield's expansion in the early 20th century and is now part of the Hillsborough ward, as recorded in the 2011 Census. This suburb offers a blend of historical charm and modern development, making it a notable area for planning applications and urban development inquiries.

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Area Information

Admin district: Sheffield
Parliamentary constituency: Sheffield Brightside and Hillsborough
LSOA: Sheffield 017C

Crime Statistics

70 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Crime Breakdown

violent-crime: 31
anti-social-behaviour: 12
other-theft: 7
criminal-damage-arson: 5
drugs: 4
vehicle-crime: 3
burglary: 2
public-order: 2
shoplifting: 2
possession-of-weapons: 1
other-crime: 1

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Wadsley.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Wadsley based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

1 planning application found near Wadsley.

- 70 Worrall Road Worrall Sheffield S6 4BD
Demolition of bungalow and erection of 2no. detached self build dwellinghouses
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Sheffield | Date: 2025-07-22
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A brief summary of Wadsley in South Yorkshire

The Wadsley area recorded 70 crimes in the most recent reporting period. As with any urban or suburban area, prospective residents may wish to review the detailed crime breakdown for further context.

Wadsley has 2 conservation areas within its boundaries: Wadsley, Middlewood Park. 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 Wadsley includes 2 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Wadsley Fossil Forest SSSI, Stannington Ruffs SSSI; 4 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 Wadsley

In the last 24 months, 8 planning applications were submitted near Wadsley. Of these, 80% were approved, with an average decision time of 66 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 Wadsley.

At 66 days on average, decisions near Wadsley slightly exceed the 8-week statutory target for minor applications, though this is common across many councils.

The most common application types near Wadsley were full planning applications (3), tree works (2), outline applications (1). Full planning applications account for 38% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

1 planning appeal was lodged, of which 1 was allowed and 0 were dismissed (100% success rate). This relatively high appeal success rate suggests that the local authority may be refusing some applications that the Planning Inspectorate considers acceptable.

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