Darfield planning approval rate
Darfield ward in Barnsley has a 88.4% approval rate based on 964 planning decisions. Barnsley overall: 89.3%.
Last updated: September 2026
88.4%
ward approval rate
964
Decisions
852
Approved
112
Refused
89.3%
Barnsley average
Darfield is broadly in line with the Barnsley average, neither notably strict nor notably permissive.
How Darfield compares
Darfield ward
88.4%
Barnsley overall
89.3%
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Recent decisions in Darfield
2025/0999
First floor side extension, and replacement of existing rear conservatory with s · 4 March 2026
2025/0981
Erection of double detached garage to rear of dwelling · 12 February 2026
2025/1066
Replace windows to front elevation of single storey front extension with entranc · 12 February 2026
2025/0568
Lawful development certificate for proposed change of use from garage/storeroom · 3 February 2026
2025/1025
Single storey front extension to dwelling · 30 January 2026
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✓ PDF report to share with your architect
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