How long do planning decisions take near Wales?

The average planning decision time near Wales is 49 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 Wales?

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

What types of planning applications are most common near Wales?

The most common type of planning application near Wales is discharge of conditions, with 2 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Wales?

You can search and track planning applications near Wales on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.

Wales, South Yorkshire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Wales, South Yorkshire.

South Yorkshire · England · settlement

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

About Wales

Wales is a village and civil parish located in the Metropolitan Borough of Rotherham, South Yorkshire. Traditionally part of the West Riding of Yorkshire, it lies adjacent to Derbyshire and is conveniently situated along the M1 motorway. With a population of 6,455, which rose to 7,069 at the 2011 Census, the parish includes the village of Wales and the nearby settlement of Kiveton Park, making it a key area for potential planning applications.

Population: 7,510 (2021)

District: Rotherham

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Area Information

Admin district: Rotherham
Parliamentary constituency: Rother Valley
LSOA: Rotherham 031B

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-05.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Wales.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Wales based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

2 planning applications found near Wales.

- 66 Church Street Wales Rotherham 0066
Demolition of existing garage and erection of single storey rear extension, formation of new side door, new render finish to part of existing house and proposed extension
Status: Permitted | Type: Other | Council: Rotherham | Date: 2025-09-01
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- 21 Fir Tree Drive Wales
Single storey side extension
Status: Permitted | Council: Rotherham | Date: 2015-05-20
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A brief summary of Wales in South Yorkshire

There were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period. This makes Wales a particularly low-crime area.

Wales has one conservation area within its boundaries: Wales. Planning applications within or near this conservation area 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 Wales includes 1 Ancient Woodland site. 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, Wales 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.

Planning Activity in Wales

In the last 24 months, 5 planning applications were submitted near Wales. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 49 days.

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

The average decision time of 49 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Wales were discharge of conditions (2), tree works (1), amendments (1).

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