How long do planning decisions take near Wadworth?

The average planning decision time near Wadworth is 42 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 Wadworth?

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

What types of planning applications are most common near Wadworth?

The most common type of planning application near Wadworth is tree works applications, with 4 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Wadworth?

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Wadworth, South Yorkshire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Wadworth, South Yorkshire.

South Yorkshire · England · settlement

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

About Wadworth

Wadworth is a village and civil parish located within the City of Doncaster, South Yorkshire. Its status as a civil parish may be relevant for those researching planning applications, as it indicates local governance structures and potential development opportunities in the area.

Population: 1,156 (2021)

District: Doncaster

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Area Information

Admin district: Bassetlaw
Parliamentary constituency: Bassetlaw
LSOA: Bassetlaw 001B

Crime Statistics

4 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Crime Breakdown

anti-social-behaviour: 1
other-theft: 1
public-order: 1
other-crime: 1

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Wadworth.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Wadworth based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

5 planning applications found near Wadworth.

- The Vicarage Vicarage Drive Wadworth Doncaster DN11 9AN
Conservation Area Notification to prune various trees made under Section 211 of the Town and Country Planning Act 1990 as the trees are within the Wadworth Conservation Area.
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Doncaster | Date: 2025-02-07
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- The Shrubbery Wadworth Hall Lane Wadworth Doncaster DN11 9BH
Application for 1 x (147) Sycamore, fell to ground and 2 x (148) Elm Spp, remove. All part of Tree Preservation Order No DMBC/TPO/00211.
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Doncaster | Date: 2025-02-04
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- Cherry Garth Lodge The Cloisters Wadworth Doncaster DN11 9BH
Notice of intention to fell an Oak tree, situated within Wadworth Conservation Area
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Doncaster | Date: 2024-10-25
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- 18 Church Lane Wadworth Doncaster DN11 9BP
Erection of triple garage including mezzanine floor following demolition of existing shed in a conservation area
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Doncaster | Date: 2024-05-15
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- The Vicarage Vicarage Drive Wadworth Doncaster DN11 9AN
Conservation Area Notification to pollard Weeping Willow which stands in the rear garden and located in the Wadworth Conservation Area
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Doncaster | Date: 2023-11-29
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A brief summary of Wadworth in South Yorkshire

Neighbourhood safety in Wadworth is generally good, with just 4 crimes reported in the most recent period.

Wadworth has 2 conservation areas within its boundaries: Wadworth, Loversall. 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 Wadworth includes 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 Wadworth

In the last 24 months, 5 planning applications were submitted near Wadworth. Of these, 80% were approved, with an average decision time of 42 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 Wadworth.

The average decision time of 42 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Wadworth were tree works (4), telecoms (1). The significant number of tree-related applications is typical for areas with mature tree cover or active tree preservation orders.

1 planning appeal was lodged, of which 0 were allowed and 1 was dismissed (0% success rate). This low success rate indicates that the council's refusal decisions are generally upheld by the Planning Inspectorate.

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