How long do planning decisions take near Worrall?

The average planning decision time near Worrall is 78 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 Worrall?

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

What types of planning applications are most common near Worrall?

The most common type of planning application near Worrall is full planning applications, with 3 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Worrall?

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Worrall, South Yorkshire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Worrall, South Yorkshire.

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About Worrall

Worrall is a quaint rural village located within the civil parish of Bradfield in South Yorkshire, approximately 4 miles northwest of Sheffield city centre. Covering an area of 233 hectares, it had a population of 1,306 as of 2006. Worrall is bordered by the Sheffield suburbs of Wadsley, Middlewood, and Loxley to the south and east, while the village of Oughtibridge lies to the north, with rural expanses stretching west towards High Bradfield. This unique positioning makes Worrall an appealing area for planning applications related to both residential development and rural conservation.

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Area Information

Admin district: Sheffield
Parliamentary constituency: Penistone and Stocksbridge
LSOA: Sheffield 005E

Crime Statistics

24 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Crime Breakdown

anti-social-behaviour: 7
vehicle-crime: 4
violent-crime: 4
public-order: 2
other-crime: 2
drugs: 1
other-theft: 1
possession-of-weapons: 1
robbery: 1
shoplifting: 1

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Worrall.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Worrall based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

7 planning applications found near Worrall.

- 26 Birch House Avenue Sheffield S35 0FH
Application for Lawful Development Certificate for alterations to roof to form additional living accommodation including hip to gable roof and erection of rear dormer extension with juliette balcony (
Status: Undecided | Type: Outline | Council: Sheffield | Date: 2026-05-11
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- 17 Towngate Road Sheffield S35 0AR
Application for Lawful Development Certificate for alterations to roof including hip to gable extension and rear dormer with juliet balcony to dwellinghouse (Application under Section 192)
Status: Undecided | Type: Outline | Council: Sheffield | Date: 2026-04-02
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- Birtin House Burton Lane Sheffield S35 0FT
Internal and external alterations to a Grade II listed building comprising conversion of 2no. dwellings into a single dwellinghouse, internal alterations including reopening of historic openings, repl
Status: Undecided | Type: Heritage | Council: Sheffield | Date: 2026-03-24
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- 2 Towngate Grove Sheffield S35 0BE
Erection of two-storey/first-floor extension to side of dwellinghouse and single-storey rear extension
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Sheffield | Date: 2025-12-02
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- Blue Ball Inn 320 Haggstones Road Sheffield S35 0PD
Removal and replacement of pergola with festoon lighting and infrared heaters
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Sheffield | Date: 2025-10-24
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- 25 Clough Wood View Sheffield S35 0HZ
Erection of two-storey side/single-storey rear extension and associated landscaping to include rear raised terrace and double parking space to front of dwellinghouse
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Sheffield | Date: 2024-04-19
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- Worrall Post Office 319 Haggstones Road Sheffield S35 0PB
Use of existing Post Office/shop with living accommodation over as a dwellinghouse (Use Class C3)
Status: Permitted | Type: Amendment | Council: Sheffield | Date: 2023-07-23
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A brief summary of Worrall in South Yorkshire

The Worrall area recorded 24 crimes in the most recent reporting period. As with any urban or suburban area, prospective residents may wish to review the detailed crime breakdown for further context.

Ecology & Nature Designations

The area around Worrall includes 20 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 Worrall

In the last 24 months, 6 planning applications were submitted near Worrall. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 78 days.

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

The average decision period of 78 days exceeds the 8-week target for minor applications but falls within the 13-week target for major schemes. Applicants should plan for approximately 12 weeks from submission to decision.

The most common application types near Worrall were full planning applications (3), outline applications (2), listed building and heritage (1). Full planning applications account for 50% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

2 planning appeals were lodged, of which 2 were allowed and 0 were dismissed (100% success rate). This relatively high appeal success rate suggests that the local authority may be refusing some applications that the Planning Inspectorate considers acceptable.

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