How long do planning decisions take near Whiston?

The average planning decision time near Whiston 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 Whiston?

The planning approval rate near Whiston is 70%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Whiston?

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

How can I track planning applications near Whiston?

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Whiston, South Yorkshire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Whiston, South Yorkshire.

South Yorkshire · England · settlement

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

About Whiston

Whiston is a village and civil parish located within the Metropolitan Borough of Rotherham in South Yorkshire, England. As of the 2011 Census, the population stands at 5,042, reflecting a slight decrease from the previous figure of 5,115. This demographic information is essential for understanding local planning applications and community needs in the area.

Population: 4,858 (2021)

District: Rotherham

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £203,231 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: Rotherham
Parliamentary constituency: Rotherham
LSOA: Rotherham 025E

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-05.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Whiston based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

4 planning applications found near Whiston.

- 81 Moorhouse Lane Whiston 0081
Demolition of attached garage, removal of chimney stack, and erection of single storey side/front extension
Status: Undecided | Type: Other | Council: Rotherham | Date: 2026-06-30
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- 7 Spencer Green Whiston 0007
Application to undertake works to trees protected by RMBC TPO 1 (1976)
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Rotherham | Date: 2026-03-12
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- 14 Moorhouse Lane Whiston 0014
Application to undertake works to trees within Whiston conservation area
Status: Conditions | Type: Trees | Council: Rotherham | Date: 2026-02-04
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- 25 Royds Avenue Whiston 0025
Application to vary condition 02 (approved plans) to raise the roof height of the replacement garage imposed by RB2024/0237
Status: Rejected | Type: Conditions | Council: Rotherham | Date: 2026-01-06
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A brief summary of Whiston in South Yorkshire

Property prices in Whiston show an average sale price of £203,231, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry.

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

Whiston has one conservation area within its boundaries: Whiston. 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 Whiston includes 5 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 Whiston

In the last 24 months, 16 planning applications were submitted near Whiston. Of these, 70% were approved, with an average decision time of 49 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 Whiston.

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 Whiston were outline applications (4), other applications (4), tree works (3).

In terms of development scale, 1 medium-scale application, 15 smaller schemes were submitted.

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