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Planning in Babworth

Approved
68%
15 of 22 decided
Decision time
about 11 weeks
on average

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Babworth in the last 24 months, from Bassetlaw District Council's planning register.

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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. The settlement has a population of approximately 1,489 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Bassetlaw district.

There are currently no active flood warnings for the Babworth area, indicating a relatively low flood risk at present. This is a positive factor for both existing residents and those considering property purchases or new developments.

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

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.

To comment on or object to a planning application near Babworth, 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, 24 planning applications were submitted near Babworth. Of these, 68% were approved, with an average decision time of 75 days.

The most common types were tree works (7), full planning applications (6), listed building and heritage (2).

1 planning appeal was lodged, of which 1 was allowed and 0 were dismissed (100% success rate).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Babworth?
In the last 24 months, 24 planning applications were submitted near Babworth. The approval rate is 68%.
How long do planning decisions take near Babworth?
The average planning decision time near Babworth is 75 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 68%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Babworth?
The most common type of planning application near Babworth is tree works applications, with 7 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Babworth?
You can search and track planning applications near Babworth on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.