How long do planning decisions take near Bembridge?

The average planning decision time near Bembridge is 61 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 Bembridge?

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

What types of planning applications are most common near Bembridge?

The most common type of planning application near Bembridge is tree works applications, with 12 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Bembridge?

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Bembridge, Isle of Wight Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Bembridge, Isle of Wight.

Isle of Wight · England · settlement

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About Bembridge

Bembridge, situated at the easternmost tip of the Isle of Wight, is a charming village and civil parish with a population of 3,688 as recorded in the 2011 Census. Known for its affluent residents, Bembridge combines picturesque coastal scenery with a vibrant community atmosphere, making it a notable area for planning applications related to residential developments and local amenities.

Population: 3,560 (2021) · Area: 9.1 km²

District: Isle of Wight

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £408,196 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: Isle of Wight
Parliamentary constituency: Isle of Wight East
LSOA: Isle of Wight 010B

Crime Statistics

11 crimes reported in 2026-03.

Crime Breakdown

violent-crime: 6
criminal-damage-arson: 2
other-theft: 2
public-order: 1

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Bembridge.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Bembridge based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

3 planning applications found near Bembridge.

- Land North Of Steyne Road And Land Served Off Mill Road And High Street Bembridge Isle Of Wight
Ordinary Watercourse Consent for proposed headwall discharging surface water from proposed wetland basin into an existing ditch to the south of the site
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Isle of Wight | Date: 2026-04-21
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- Land Off Hillway Road And Steyne Road Bembridge Isle Of Wight
Condition compliance application on 21/01884/FUL relating to conditions 4 (trial trench details), 5 (archaeological works) and 6 (archaeological commencement)
Status: Conditions | Type: Conditions | Council: Isle of Wight | Date: 2026-03-03
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- 25 Howgate Road Bembridge Isle Of Wight PO35 5QN
Proposed Dormer window on side elevation
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Isle of Wight | Date: 2024-10-03
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A brief summary of Bembridge in Isle of Wight

Bembridge covers an area of approximately 9.1 km². The surrounding landscape and character of the area play an important role in how planning applications are assessed by the local authority.

Property prices in Bembridge show an average sale price of £408,196, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry.

There were 11 crimes reported in the Bembridge area during the most recent period, a moderate level that is broadly in line with similar-sized settlements.

Bembridge has one conservation area within its boundaries: No data available for publication by HE. 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.

Ecology & Nature Designations

The area around Bembridge includes 4 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Bembridge Down SSSI, Whitecliff Bay and Bembridge Ledges SSSI, Brading Marshes to St. Helen's Ledges SSSI and 1 more; 5 Ancient Woodland sites; 1 Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB): Isle Of Wight; 6 Special Areas of Conservation (SAC): Solent & Isle of Wight Lagoons, South Wight Maritime; 3 Special Protection Areas (SPA): Solent and Dorset Coast, Solent & Southampton Water; 2 Ramsar Wetland Sites: Solent & Southampton Water. These designations may affect planning decisions, as proposals near protected sites require environmental impact assessment and may face additional restrictions.

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Planning Activity in Bembridge

In the last 24 months, 23 planning applications were submitted near Bembridge. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 61 days.

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

At 61 days on average, decisions near Bembridge slightly exceed the 8-week statutory target for minor applications, though this is common across many councils.

The most common application types near Bembridge were tree works (12), full planning applications (6), outline applications (3). The significant number of tree-related applications is typical for areas with mature tree cover or active tree preservation orders.

1 planning appeal was lodged, of which 0 were allowed and 1 was 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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