How long do planning decisions take near Babworth?

The average planning decision time near Babworth is 240 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 Babworth?

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

What types of planning applications are most common near Babworth?

The most common type of planning application near Babworth is full planning applications, with 2 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Babworth?

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Babworth, Nottinghamshire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Babworth, Nottinghamshire.

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About Babworth

Babworth is a village and civil parish located in the Bassetlaw district of Nottinghamshire, England, approximately 2 miles west of Retford. The parish, which also encompasses the village of Ranby, had a population of 1,329 in the 2001 census, increased to 1,687 by 2011, and then decreased to 1,489 in 2021. This demographic information may be relevant for those researching planning applications and community developments in the area.

Population: 1,489 (2021)

District: Bassetlaw

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Property Prices

Average property sale price: £220,763 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: Bassetlaw
Parliamentary constituency: Newark
LSOA: Bassetlaw 002B

Crime Statistics

42 crimes reported in 2026-03.

Crime Breakdown

violent-crime: 13
other-crime: 7
anti-social-behaviour: 6
other-theft: 4
criminal-damage-arson: 3
shoplifting: 3
drugs: 2
bicycle-theft: 1
possession-of-weapons: 1
public-order: 1
vehicle-crime: 1

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Babworth.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Babworth based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

1 planning application found near Babworth.

- Babworth Hall Access To Babworth Hall Babworth Nottinghamshire DN22 8EP
Discharge of Condition 5 of P.A. 23/01104/HSE - Carry Out Internal Alterations to Ground Floor, Form Two New Window Openings in East Elevation and New Window Within Existing Door Opening on North Elev
Status: Permitted | Type: Conditions | Council: Bassetlaw | Date: 2024-03-27
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A brief summary of Babworth in Nottinghamshire

Property prices in Babworth show an average sale price of £220,763, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry.

The Babworth area recorded 42 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.

Babworth has one conservation area within its boundaries: Retford. 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.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Babworth 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.

Planning Activity in Babworth

In the last 24 months, 3 planning applications were submitted near Babworth. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 240 days.

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

With an average of 240 days, decisions near Babworth take longer than the statutory targets. Applicants should budget for a 8-month timeline and consider pre-application discussions to avoid delays.

The most common application types near Babworth were full planning applications (2), other applications (1). Full planning applications account for 67% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

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