Bonchurch, Isle of Wight Planning Applications
Recent planning applications near Bonchurch, Isle of Wight.
Isle of Wight · England · settlement
Planning applications in Bonchurch are administered by Isle Of Wight Council. View the full Isle Of Wight Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.
About Bonchurch
Bonchurch is a historic village located within the civil parish of Ventnor on the southern coast of the Isle of Wight, England. As one of the island's oldest settlements, it is nestled on The Undercliff, adjacent to the Bonchurch Landslips Site of Special Scientific Interest. The village features a cliff to the north and extends to Upper Bonchurch on the clifftop, conveniently positioned along the A3055 road, making it a notable area for planning applications related to development and conservation.
District: Ventnor
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Town Insights
Property Prices
Average property sale price: £303,529 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).
Area Information
- Admin district: Isle of Wight
- Parliamentary constituency: Isle of Wight West
- LSOA: Isle of Wight 017C
Crime Statistics
0 crimes reported in 2026-02.
Flood Risk
No active flood warnings near Bonchurch.
Keyword Scorecard
Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Bonchurch.
- 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 Bonchurch based on the last 24 months of planning data.
Nearby Applications
12 planning applications found near Bonchurch.
- - Madeira Hall Trinity Road Ventnor Isle Of Wight PO38 1NS
** 5 DAY NOTICE** T1: Ash (Fraxinus excelsior) - Failed limb to be processed and removed. The remaining tree is to be removed to ground level. Reason: Had a limb fail which is being held in place by a
Status: Undecided | Type: Trees | Council: Isle of Wight | Date: 2026-06-08
View full details - 26/00786/TW · Received: Mon 08 Jun 2026 · Validated: Mon 08 Jun 2026 - Madeira Hall Trinity Road Ventnor Isle Of Wight PO38 1NS
** 5 DAY NOTICE** T1: Ash (Fraxinus excelsior) - Failed limb to be processed and removed. The remaining tree is to be removed to ground level. Reason: Had a limb fail which is being held in place by a
Status: Undecided | Council: Isle of Wight | Date: 2026-06-08 - 26/00746/TW - Woodlynch Shore Road Ventnor Isle Of Wight PO38 1RF
T1; Horse Chestnut - Repollard to previous pollard points. T2; Sycamore - Repollard to previous pollard points. Reason: Trees have outgrown site.
Status: Undecided | Council: Isle of Wight | Date: 2026-06-02 - 26/00746/TW · Received: Tue 02 Jun 2026 · Validated: Tue 02 Jun 2026 - Woodlynch Shore Road Ventnor Isle Of Wight PO38 1RF
T1; Horse Chestnut - Repollard to previous pollard points. T2; Sycamore - Repollard to previous pollard points. Reason: Trees have outgrown site.
Status: Undecided | Council: Isle of Wight | Date: 2026-06-02 - 26/00664/TW - Dolphins Shore Road Ventnor Isle Of Wight PO38 1RN
T1; Holm Oak - Remove and replace with new landscape tree, Olive Tree. Reason: Tree is suppressing better, more interesting form Corsican Pine. Part of ongoing garden restoration works. T2; Variegated
Status: Undecided | Council: Isle of Wight | Date: 2026-05-20 - - Dolphins Shore Road Ventnor Isle Of Wight PO38 1RN
T1; Holm Oak - Remove and replace with new landscape tree, Olive Tree. Reason: Tree is suppressing better, more interesting form Corsican Pine. Part of ongoing garden restoration works. T2; Variegated
Status: Undecided | Type: Trees | Council: Isle of Wight | Date: 2026-05-18
View full details - - Bindaloo Madeira Vale Ventnor Isle Of Wight PO38 1QU
T1; Apple Tree - Crown reduction by 30%. Reason: Tree has outgrown site, has become a nuisance.
Status: Undecided | Type: Trees | Council: Isle of Wight | Date: 2026-03-10
View full details - - Woodland Cottage Bonchurch Village Road Ventnor Isle Of Wight PO38 1RG
Amendment to proposed works (received 13.03.2026): T1; Sycamore (Acer pseudoplatanus) - Reduce height and overall canopies by approximately 30% (as in photo B) to include a reduction of encroachment t
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Isle of Wight | Date: 2026-02-17
View full details - - 70 Trinity Road Ventnor Isle Of Wight PO38 1NS
Amendment received 04.02.2026: T1; Holm oak; Re-pollard to previous points, approx. 1.5m above the ground (as indicated in the annotated photo). Reason: Maintain tree at a manageable size.
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Isle of Wight | Date: 2026-01-02
View full details - - 68 Madeira Road Ventnor Isle Of Wight PO38 1QY
TG1; Sycamores (12 Self-Set) - Remove at ground level: Reason: Concern if left to grow, the roots could interfere with the rock face's stability, and the area will be completely lost to the trees. T2;
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Isle of Wight | Date: 2025-11-17
View full details - - Land To The Rear Of Flat 1, 2 And 3 Springfield Spring Gardens Ventnor Isle Of Wight
Small scrub area (area between scout fence upto retaining wall); Elms, Elders, Budlea, Hazel and Sycamore - Coppice.
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Isle of Wight | Date: 2025-06-24
View full details - - Crestwood Bonchurch Village Road Ventnor Isle Of Wight PO38 1RG
A and C; Sycamores - Remove. B; Bay - Reduction of 50%. D; Sycamore - Reduction of 50% E; Ash - Reduction of 50%.
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Isle of Wight | Date: 2024-02-02
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A brief summary of Bonchurch in Isle of Wight
Bonchurch is a historic village located within the civil parish of Ventnor on the southern coast of the Isle of Wight, England. As one of the island's oldest settlements, it is nestled on The Undercliff, adjacent to the Bonchurch Landslips Site of Special Scientific Interest. The village features a cliff to the north and extends to Upper Bonchurch on the clifftop, conveniently positioned along the A3055 road, making it a notable area for planning applications related to development and conservation. It sits within the Ventnor district.
Property prices in Bonchurch show an average sale price of £303,529, 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 Bonchurch a particularly low-crime area.
Bonchurch 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 Bonchurch includes 2 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Ventnor Downs SSSI, Bonchurch Landslips SSSI; 2 Ancient Woodland sites; 1 Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB): Isle Of Wight; 2 Special Areas of Conservation (SAC): South Wight Maritime, Isle of Wight Downs. 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, Bonchurch 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 Bonchurch
In the last 24 months, 25 planning applications were submitted near Bonchurch. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 52 days.
This is notably above the national average of approximately 87%, suggesting a relatively permissive planning environment. Applicants near Bonchurch may find that well-prepared applications have a strong chance of success.
The average decision time of 52 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.
The most common application types near Bonchurch were tree works (14), discharge of conditions (2), full planning applications (1). The significant number of tree-related applications is typical for areas with mature tree cover or active tree preservation orders.
Nearby Towns
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- Ventnor planning applications
- Upper Bonchurch planning applications
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