How long do planning decisions take near Besthorpe?

The average planning decision time near Besthorpe is 57 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 Besthorpe?

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

What types of planning applications are most common near Besthorpe?

The most common type of planning application near Besthorpe is tree works applications, with 3 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Besthorpe?

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Besthorpe, Nottinghamshire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Besthorpe, Nottinghamshire.

Nottinghamshire · England · settlement

Planning applications in Besthorpe are administered by Newark And Sherwood District Council. View the full Newark And Sherwood District Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.

About Besthorpe

Besthorpe is a quaint village located in north-east Nottinghamshire, near the Lincolnshire border, and serves as a civil parish within the Newark & Sherwood district. With a population of 212 as of the 2021 census, it sits along the A1133, just 1.5 miles north of Collingham and 1 mile east of the River Trent. Recognized as a Conservation Village since 2006, Besthorpe has preserved much of its historical charm, particularly along Low Road and the Green, making it an area of interest for planning applications focused on heritage and development.

Population: 212 (2021)

District: Newark and Sherwood

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £246,047 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: Newark and Sherwood
Parliamentary constituency: Newark
LSOA: Newark and Sherwood 012B

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-05.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Besthorpe.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Besthorpe based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

3 planning applications found near Besthorpe.

26/00875/TWCA - Myrtle Cottage Low Road Besthorpe Newark On Trent NG23 7HJ
T1 - Willow - Removal under 5 day notice
Status: Approved | Council: Newark and Sherwood | Date: 2026-06-12
- Church Lane Besthorpe Nottinghamshire
Job 3161314 - Hawthorn - Prune away from road. Job 3161313 - Cherry - Prune away from road to ensure a minimum 0.5m clearance. Crown lift 1.5m all-round. Crown clean by removing dead, dying, hung up a
Type: Trees | Council: Newark and Sherwood | Date: 2026-06-11
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- Wingroves Cottage Main Road Besthorpe Newark On Trent NG23 7HR
2 x Silver Birch - reduce height by 1/3 and overhanging branches upto 1.25m.
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Newark and Sherwood | Date: 2025-08-13
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A brief summary of Besthorpe in Nottinghamshire

Property prices in Besthorpe show an average sale price of £246,047, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry.

There were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period. This makes Besthorpe a particularly low-crime area.

Besthorpe has 2 conservation areas within its boundaries: Besthorpe, Girton. 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 Besthorpe includes 2 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Besthorpe Meadows SSSI, Besthorpe Warren SSSI. 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 Besthorpe

In the last 24 months, 6 planning applications were submitted near Besthorpe. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 57 days.

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

At 57 days on average, decisions near Besthorpe slightly exceed the 8-week statutory target for minor applications, though this is common across many councils.

The most common application types near Besthorpe were tree works (3), full planning applications (1). The significant number of tree-related applications is typical for areas with mature tree cover or active tree preservation orders.

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