Bowcombe, Isle of Wight Planning Applications
Recent planning applications near Bowcombe, Isle of Wight.
Isle of Wight · England · settlement
Planning applications in Bowcombe are administered by Isle Of Wight Council. View the full Isle Of Wight Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.
About Bowcombe
Bowcombe is a hamlet situated in the centre of the Isle of Wight, approximately 2.5 miles southwest of Newport, at an elevation of 144 feet (44 m). The area is accessible via public transport, with Southern Vectis buses operating on route 12, making it a potential location for various planning applications.
District: Newport and Carisbrooke
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Area Information
- Admin district: Isle of Wight
- Parliamentary constituency: Isle of Wight West
- LSOA: Isle of Wight 011B
Crime Statistics
0 crimes reported in 2026-05.
Flood Risk
No active flood warnings near Bowcombe.
Keyword Scorecard
Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Bowcombe.
- 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 Bowcombe based on the last 24 months of planning data.
Nearby Applications
26 planning applications found near Bowcombe.
- - Land Adjacent Ivy Cottage Bowcombe Road Carisbrooke Newport Isle Of Wight PO30 3HZ
Leylandii trees - Trim overhanging branches back to boundary. Reason: Overhanging property.
Status: Undecided | Type: Trees | Council: Isle of Wight | Date: 2026-04-22
View full details - - Idlecombe Farm House Bowcombe Road Carisbrooke Newport Isle Of Wight PO30 3JB
23/01882/DISCondition compliance application on 20/01666/FUL relating to condition 3 (Tree Method Statement -including fencing) to be discharged
Status: Conditions | Type: Conditions | Council: Isle of Wight | Date: 2023-10-24
View full details - - 1 The Bays Bowcombe Road Newport Isle Of Wight PO303HY
Demolition of sheds; proposed outbuilding to form garage and tractor store
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Isle of Wight | Date: 2017-06-28
View full details - - 1 Idlecombe Cottages Bowcombe Road Newport Isle Of Wight PO303JB
Proposed balcony at 2nd floor level on side elevation
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Isle of Wight | Date: 2015-10-07
View full details - - Bowcombe Meadows Business Park Bowcombe Road Newport Isle Of Wight PO30
Demolition of temporary offices; construction of single storey office building
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Isle of Wight | Date: 2012-01-19
View full details - - 1 The Bays Bowcombe Road Newport Isle Of Wight PO303HY
Demolition of outbuildings; proposed outbuilding to form garage/store/workshop
Status: Rejected | Type: Full | Council: Isle of Wight | Date: 2011-05-03
View full details - - 1 The Bays Bowcombe Road Newport Isle Of Wight PO303HY
Demolition of outbuildings and removal of mobile home; proposed detached building to form garage/workshop/store
Status: Withdrawn | Council: Isle of Wight | Date: 2010-02-19
View full details - - Bowcombe Meadows Business Park Bowcombe Road Newport Isle Of Wight PO30
Renewal: retention of two portable buildings for use as office accommodation
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Isle of Wight | Date: 2008-12-10
View full details - - Bowcombe House Bowcombe Road Newport Isle Of Wight PO303HZ
Alterations to garage to include replacement of flat roof with pitched to provide storage area within roofspace (revised scheme)
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Isle of Wight | Date: 2008-12-10
View full details - - Bowcombe House Bowcombe Road Newport Isle Of Wight PO303HZ
Alterations to garage to include replacement of flat roof with pitched to provide storage area within roofspace; pitched roof car port linking garage to main house
Status: Rejected | Type: Full | Council: Isle of Wight | Date: 2007-11-12
View full details - - 1 Idlecombe Cottages Bowcombe Road Newport Isle Of Wight PO303JB
Amendment to garage approved under TCP/20969/C (revised description)
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Isle of Wight | Date: 2007-06-01
View full details - - Bowcombe Meadows Business Park Bowcombe Road Newport PO30
Outline for industrial building
Status: Rejected | Type: Outline | Council: Isle of Wight | Date: 2006-08-10
View full details - - Bowcombe Meadows Business Park Bowcombe Road Newport PO30
Retention of 2 portable buildings for use as office accommodation
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Isle of Wight | Date: 2006-04-18
View full details - - 3 Bowcombe Cottages Bowcombe Road Newport PO303HZ
Single storey rear extension to provide additional living accommodation, (revised scheme)
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Isle of Wight | Date: 2006-02-23
View full details - - 3 Bowcombe Cottages Bowcombe Road Newport PO303HZ
Single storey rear extension to provide additional living accommodation
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Isle of Wight | Date: 2005-12-02
View full details - - Bowcombe Meadows Business Park Bowcombe Road Newport PO30
Installation of waste water treatment plant
Status: Rejected | Type: Full | Council: Isle of Wight | Date: 2005-11-30
View full details - - Bowcombe Meadows Business Park Bowcombe Road Newport PO30
Retention of hardstanding for storage of industrial components & 1.8 m high fence
Status: Rejected | Type: Full | Council: Isle of Wight | Date: 2005-11-14
View full details - - Bowcombe House Bowcombe Road Newport Isle Of Wight PO303HZ
Alterations & 2 storey extension to provide additional living accommodation, (revised scheme)
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Isle of Wight | Date: 2004-12-07
View full details - - 1 Idlecombe Cottages Bowcombe Road Newport Isle Of Wight PO303JB
Demolition of porch; construction of 2 storey extension to provide additional accommodation including accommodation within new roof space; single storey extension to garage to provide storage area (re
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Isle of Wight | Date: 2004-10-20
View full details - - 1 Idlecombe Cottages Bowcombe Road Newport Isle Of Wight PO303JB
Alterations & 3 storey extension to provide additional living accommodation; single storey extension to garage to form storage area
Status: Rejected | Type: Full | Council: Isle of Wight | Date: 2004-06-18
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A brief summary of Bowcombe in Isle of Wight
Bowcombe is a hamlet situated in the centre of the Isle of Wight, approximately 2.5 miles southwest of Newport, at an elevation of 144 feet (44 m). The area is accessible via public transport, with Southern Vectis buses operating on route 12, making it a potential location for various planning applications. It sits within the Newport and Carisbrooke district.
There were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period. This makes Bowcombe a particularly low-crime area.
Bowcombe 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 Bowcombe includes 2 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Garston's Down SSSI, Rowridge Valley SSSI; 12 Ancient Woodland sites; 1 Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB): Isle Of Wight. 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 Bowcombe
In the last 24 months, 16 planning applications were submitted near Bowcombe. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 3 days.
This is notably above the national average of approximately 87%, suggesting a relatively permissive planning environment. Applicants near Bowcombe may find that well-prepared applications have a strong chance of success.
The average decision time of 3 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.
The most common application types near Bowcombe were tree works (6). The significant number of tree-related applications is typical for areas with mature tree cover or active tree preservation orders.
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