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Planning in Whiston

Approved
79%
30 of 35 decided
Decision time
about 8 weeks
on average

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

Decided by Rotherham Metropolitan Borough CouncilCouncil page

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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. The settlement has a population of approximately 4,858 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Rotherham district.

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

The area around Whiston has 5 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Whiston 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 Whiston, 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, 51 planning applications were submitted near Whiston. Of these, 79% were approved, with an average decision time of 53 days.

The most common types were tree works (11), discharge of conditions (9), other applications (7). 1 large-scale development was submitted during this period.

1 planning appeal was lodged, of which 0 were allowed and 1 was dismissed (0% success rate).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Whiston?
In the last 24 months, 51 planning applications were submitted near Whiston. The approval rate is 79%.
How long do planning decisions take near Whiston?
The average planning decision time near Whiston is 53 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 79%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Whiston?
The most common type of planning application near Whiston is tree works applications, with 11 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Whiston?
You can search and track planning applications near Whiston on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.