How long do planning decisions take near Balk Field?

The average planning decision time near Balk Field is 74 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 Balk Field?

The planning approval rate near Balk Field is 71%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Balk Field?

The most common type of planning application near Balk Field is listed building consent applications, with 10 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Balk Field?

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Balk Field, Nottinghamshire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Balk Field, Nottinghamshire.

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Town Insights

Property Prices

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

Area Information

Admin district: Bassetlaw
Parliamentary constituency: Bassetlaw
LSOA: Bassetlaw 008C

Crime Statistics

117 crimes reported in 2026-03.

Crime Breakdown

violent-crime: 36
anti-social-behaviour: 23
shoplifting: 18
other-theft: 11
criminal-damage-arson: 8
burglary: 4
public-order: 4
vehicle-crime: 4
possession-of-weapons: 3
robbery: 2
other-crime: 2
bicycle-theft: 1
drugs: 1

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Balk Field.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Balk Field based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

4 planning applications found near Balk Field.

- 26 Park Lane Retford Nottinghamshire DN22 6TY
Erect First Floor Rear Extension
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Bassetlaw | Date: 2026-01-20
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- 85 Welham Road Retford Nottinghamshire DN22 6TW
Erection of a Timber, Pre-fabricated, Single-Storey Granny Annexe, for Ancillary Use to the Main Dwelling
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Bassetlaw | Date: 2024-08-23
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- 25 Alma Road Retford Nottinghamshire DN22 6LW
Demolition of an Existing Converted Outbuilding and Erection of Single Storey Rear and Side Extension
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Bassetlaw | Date: 2024-01-05
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- The Meeting Hall 14 Welham Road Retford Nottinghamshire DN22 6TN
Outline Planning Application With Some Matters Reserved (Approval Being Sought for Access) for the Demolition of an Existing Building and Erect a Two Storey Dwelling and Garage
Status: Permitted | Type: Outline | Council: Bassetlaw | Date: 2023-05-24
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A brief summary of Balk Field in Nottinghamshire

Balk Field is a settlement located in Nottinghamshire, England.

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

The Balk Field area recorded 117 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.

Balk Field has 2 conservation areas within its boundaries: Retford South, Retford. Planning applications within or near these conservation areas 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.

Ecology & Nature Designations

The area around Balk Field includes 1 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Chesterfield Canal SSSI. These designations may affect planning decisions, as proposals near protected sites require environmental impact assessment and may face additional restrictions.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Balk Field 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 Balk Field

In the last 24 months, 32 planning applications were submitted near Balk Field. Of these, 71% were approved, with an average decision time of 74 days.

This is below the national average of approximately 87%, which may reflect stricter local policies, sensitivity of the area, or higher levels of speculative applications. Pre-application advice is particularly worthwhile near Balk Field.

The average decision period of 74 days exceeds the 8-week target for minor applications but falls within the 13-week target for major schemes. Applicants should plan for approximately 11 weeks from submission to decision.

The most common application types near Balk Field were listed building and heritage (10), full planning applications (8), tree works (5). The high proportion of heritage applications reflects the historic character of the area and the presence of listed buildings or conservation areas nearby.

2 planning appeals were lodged, of which 0 were allowed and 2 were dismissed (0% success rate). This low success rate indicates that the council's refusal decisions are generally upheld by the Planning Inspectorate.

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