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House prices in Bassetlaw District Council: average £214,281, +5.5% over 12 months (UK House Price Index, July 2026)

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Frequently asked questions

How many planning applications has Bassetlaw District Council received?
Bassetlaw District Council received 1,458 planning applications in the last 24 months. The approval rate is 84%.
How long does Bassetlaw District Council take to decide applications?
Bassetlaw District Council takes an average of 78 days to decide planning applications. The statutory target is 8 weeks (56 days) for householder and minor applications, and 13 weeks for major applications.
What is the planning approval rate for Bassetlaw District Council?
Bassetlaw District Council approves 84% of planning applications, against 87% nationally.
How do I object to a planning application in Bassetlaw District Council?
Submit your representation to Bassetlaw District Council during the public consultation period, typically 21 days from when the application was publicised. Planning Signal shows the consultation deadline for each application and links directly to the Bassetlaw District Council planning portal.
Can I appeal a Bassetlaw District Council planning decision?
Yes. If Bassetlaw District Council refuses your application, you can appeal to the Planning Inspectorate. 369 appeals were lodged against Bassetlaw District Council decisions in the last 24 months, with a 28% success rate.

Planning data sourced from Bassetlaw District Council planning portal · Statistics based on the last 24 months

About Bassetlaw District Council Planning Authority

Track every planning application and planning permission decision in the Bassetlaw District Council area. View live status, browse proposals by postcode, and get free email alerts for new developments. Updated daily from the council planning portal.

Bassetlaw District Council serves the local government area in north Nottinghamshire, with its headquarters located in Worksop. The district includes key towns such as Retford, Tuxford, and Harworth Bircotes, alongside a variety of villages and rural landscapes. This diverse region may have unique planning considerations for those looking to submit applications or engage with local development initiatives.

The council area encompasses 110 towns and villages, including Retford and Worksop. Use the planning application search above to find proposals across these communities by postcode.

In the last 24 months, Bassetlaw District Council received 1,458 planning applications. Of these, 84% were approved, with an average decision time of 78 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (191), tree works (160), discharge of conditions (135). 23 large-scale developments were submitted during this period.

369 planning appeals were lodged against Bassetlaw District Council decisions, of which 97 were allowed and 252 were dismissed (28% success rate).

Residents and developers can search all planning permission and permitted development applications for Bassetlaw District Council above. To comment or object to a live application, visit the Bassetlaw District Council planning portal directly. Planning Signal links to the original submission for every application listed.