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Planning in West Melton

Only 6 decisions near West Melton in the last 2 years, too few to judge an approval rate.

Applications within 1 km of the centre of West Melton in the last 24 months, from Rotherham Metropolitan Borough Council's planning register.

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About West Melton

West Melton is a historic former mining village located in the Rotherham district of South Yorkshire, England. Situated approximately 5 miles north of Rotherham and southeast of Barnsley, the village features several churches, including the West Melton United Reformed Church and Princess Street Methodist Church. Previously part of the West Riding of Yorkshire until 1974, West Melton's rich heritage may influence current planning applications in the area.

Property prices in West Melton show an average sale price of £203,231, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the West Melton area, indicating a relatively low flood risk at present. This is a positive factor for both existing residents and those considering property purchases or new developments.

In terms of safety, there were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period (May 2026). This makes West Melton a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around West Melton has 3 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, West Melton 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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To comment on or object to a planning application near West Melton, open it in the list above: each one links to the council's own page for it and shows any comment deadline.

In the last 24 months, 11 planning applications were submitted near West Melton.

The most common types were amendments (3), other applications (2), listed building and heritage (1).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near West Melton?
In the last 24 months, 11 planning applications were submitted near West Melton.
What types of planning applications are most common near West Melton?
The most common type of planning application near West Melton is amendment applications, with 3 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near West Melton?
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