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Planning in Brading

Approved
79%
11 of 14 decided
Decision time
about 8 weeks
on average

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Brading in the last 24 months, from Isle of Wight Council's planning register.

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About Brading

Brading, historically known as 'Kynges Towne', serves as the principal town of its namesake civil parish on the Isle of Wight. The civil parish encompasses Brading and surrounding areas, including Adgestone, Morton, and Nunwell, strategically located between key localities such as Ryde, St Helens, and Sandown. This rich historical context makes Brading a significant area for planning applications, reflecting its development potential and community needs. The settlement has a population of approximately 2,172 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Isle of Wight district.

Brading covers an area of approximately 14.3 km². The surrounding landscape and character of the area play an important role in how planning applications are assessed by the local authority.

There are currently no active flood warnings for the Brading area, indicating a relatively low flood risk at present. This is a positive factor for both existing residents and those considering property purchases or new developments.

In terms of safety, there were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period (September 2026). This makes Brading a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Brading has 12 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Brading 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. Further local information can be found on the community website at http://www.brading.gov.uk/.

To comment on or object to a planning application near Brading, open it in the list above: each one links to the council's own page for it and shows any comment deadline.

In the last 24 months, 18 planning applications were submitted near Brading. Of these, 79% were approved, with an average decision time of 53 days.

The most common types were tree works (4), amendments (2), outline applications (1).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Brading?
In the last 24 months, 18 planning applications were submitted near Brading. The approval rate is 79%.
How long do planning decisions take near Brading?
The average planning decision time near Brading is 53 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 Brading?
The planning approval rate near Brading is 79%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Brading?
The most common type of planning application near Brading is tree works applications, with 4 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Brading?
You can search and track planning applications near Brading on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.