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Planning in Worsbrough Common

Only 8 decisions near Worsbrough Common in the last 2 years, too few to judge an approval rate.

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

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About Worsbrough Common

Worsbrough Common is a district situated 2 to 3 miles south of Barnsley in South Yorkshire, forming part of the Barnsley Metropolitan Borough Council's Worsbrough Ward. Historically, Worsbrough was governed by its own urban district council before the 1974 administrative reformation. Notably, some areas of the historic district, including Birdwell, Rockley, and Blacker Hill, are now located within adjacent council wards, making it essential for planning applications to consider these jurisdictional boundaries.

In terms of safety, there were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period (May 2026). This makes Worsbrough Common a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

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

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Worsbrough Common 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 Worsbrough Common, 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, 16 planning applications were submitted near Worsbrough Common.

The most common types were discharge of conditions (1).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Worsbrough Common?
In the last 24 months, 16 planning applications were submitted near Worsbrough Common.
What types of planning applications are most common near Worsbrough Common?
The most common type of planning application near Worsbrough Common is discharge of conditions, with 1 submission in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Worsbrough Common?
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