How long do planning decisions take near Worsbrough?

The average planning decision time near Worsbrough is 96 days. The statutory target is 8 weeks (56 days) for minor applications and 13 weeks for major applications.

What types of planning applications are most common near Worsbrough?

The most common type of planning application near Worsbrough is discharge of conditions, with 2 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Worsbrough?

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Worsbrough, South Yorkshire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Worsbrough, South Yorkshire.

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About Worsbrough

Worsbrough is a district located 2 to 3 miles south of Barnsley in South Yorkshire, England. Once an independent urban district council before 1974, it now falls under the Barnsley Metropolitan Borough Council as part of the Worsbrough Ward. Notably, some areas historically associated with Worsbrough, including Birdwell, Rockley, and Blacker Hill, are situated in adjacent council wards, making it essential for planning applications to consider these local governance structures.

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £185,610 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: Barnsley
Parliamentary constituency: Barnsley South
LSOA: Barnsley 021B

Crime Statistics

85 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Crime Breakdown

violent-crime: 39
other-theft: 8
public-order: 7
anti-social-behaviour: 6
criminal-damage-arson: 6
vehicle-crime: 6
other-crime: 6
burglary: 5
shoplifting: 1
theft-from-the-person: 1

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Worsbrough.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Worsbrough based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

1 planning application found near Worsbrough.

- 3, 3A, 4, 12, 14, 15, 15a and 21 George Street, Worsbrough Bridge, Barnsley, S70 5AG
Replacement of the existing vertical timber cladding panels with new stone wool silicone external wall insulation system and the replacement of existing timber soffit boards to the underpass with new
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Barnsley | Date: 2024-01-05
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A brief summary of Worsbrough in South Yorkshire

Property prices in Worsbrough show an average sale price of £185,610, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry.

The Worsbrough area recorded 85 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.

Worsbrough has one conservation area within its boundaries: Worsbrough. 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 Worsbrough includes 1 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Dearne Valley Wetlands SSSI; 3 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 Worsbrough

In the last 24 months, 4 planning applications were submitted near Worsbrough. The average decision time was 96 days.

With an average of 96 days, decisions near Worsbrough take longer than the statutory targets. Applicants should budget for a 4-month timeline and consider pre-application discussions to avoid delays.

The most common application types near Worsbrough were discharge of conditions (2), tree works (1), amendments (1).

In terms of development scale, 3 medium-scale applications, 1 smaller scheme were submitted.

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