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Planning in Brinsley

Approved
82%
18 of 22 decided
Decision time
about 7 weeks
on average

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Brinsley in the last 24 months, from Broxtowe Borough Council's planning register.

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About Brinsley

Brinsley is a village and civil parish located in Nottinghamshire, England. Notable for its historic St James' Church, constructed from local Bunter sandstone in 1837-38, the church features a chancel that was added in 1877, making it a significant landmark for planning considerations in the area. The settlement has a population of approximately 2,284 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Broxtowe district.

There are currently no active flood warnings for the Brinsley 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 Brinsley a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Brinsley has 2 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Brinsley 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.

To comment on or object to a planning application near Brinsley, 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, 31 planning applications were submitted near Brinsley. Of these, 82% were approved, with an average decision time of 52 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (7), discharge of conditions (4), outline applications (3).

2 planning appeals were lodged, of which 0 were allowed and 2 were dismissed (0% success rate).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Brinsley?
In the last 24 months, 31 planning applications were submitted near Brinsley. The approval rate is 82%.
How long do planning decisions take near Brinsley?
The average planning decision time near Brinsley is 52 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 Brinsley?
The planning approval rate near Brinsley is 82%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Brinsley?
The most common type of planning application near Brinsley is full planning applications, with 7 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Brinsley?
You can search and track planning applications near Brinsley on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.