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Planning in Wheatley Hills

Approved
92%
33 of 34 decided
Decision time
about 10 weeks
on average

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Wheatley Hills in the last 24 months, from Doncaster Metropolitan Borough Council's planning register.

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About Wheatley Hills

Wheatley Hills is a suburb located approximately 2 miles northeast of Doncaster city centre in South Yorkshire. As part of the Wheatley Hills & Intake ward within the Metropolitan Borough of Doncaster, it had a population of 17,733 according to the 2011 census. This demographic information is essential for those researching planning applications in the area, as it reflects the community's size and potential development needs.

There are currently no active flood warnings for the Wheatley Hills 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 Wheatley Hills a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

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

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Wheatley Hills 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.

To comment on or object to a planning application near Wheatley Hills, 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, 46 planning applications were submitted near Wheatley Hills. Of these, 92% were approved, with an average decision time of 68 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (17), outline applications (8), discharge of conditions (7).

8 planning appeals were lodged, of which 1 was allowed and 7 were dismissed (13% success rate).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Wheatley Hills?
In the last 24 months, 46 planning applications were submitted near Wheatley Hills. The approval rate is 92%.
How long do planning decisions take near Wheatley Hills?
The average planning decision time near Wheatley Hills is 68 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 Wheatley Hills?
The planning approval rate near Wheatley Hills is 92%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Wheatley Hills?
The most common type of planning application near Wheatley Hills is full planning applications, with 17 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Wheatley Hills?
You can search and track planning applications near Wheatley Hills on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.