How long do planning decisions take near Bulwell Forest?

The average planning decision time near Bulwell Forest is 66 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 Bulwell Forest?

The planning approval rate near Bulwell Forest is 80%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Bulwell Forest?

The most common type of planning application near Bulwell Forest is full planning applications, with 11 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Bulwell Forest?

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Bulwell Forest, Nottinghamshire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Bulwell Forest, Nottinghamshire.

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Area Information

Admin district: Nottingham
Parliamentary constituency: Nottingham North and Kimberley
LSOA: Nottingham 004C

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Bulwell Forest.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Bulwell Forest based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

5 planning applications found near Bulwell Forest.

- Site Of Warehouse And Land To Rear Of 50 Main Street Nottingham
Submission to discharge Condition 9 (verification of remediation strategy) and Condition 11 (verification of drainage system) of planning permission ref: 23/00672/PFUL3.
Status: Undecided | Type: Conditions | Council: Nottingham | Date: 2026-03-12
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- Shell For 50A 50B And Flats At 50 Main Street Nottingham
Submission to discharge Condition 9 (verification of remediation strategy) and Condition 11 (verification of drainage system) of planning permission ref: 22/01605/PFUL3.
Status: Undecided | Type: Conditions | Council: Nottingham | Date: 2026-03-12
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- River Leen Between Rear Of 140 And Highbury Road Main Street Nottingham
Remediation works to embankments including stabilisation and protection alongside associated engineering works
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Nottingham | Date: 2026-02-24
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- The Bulwell Academy Squires Avenue Nottingham Nottingham City NG6 8HG
Proposed roof mounted solar panels
Status: Undecided | Type: Outline | Council: Nottingham | Date: 2026-01-19
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- 4 Bestwood Road Nottingham Nottingham City NG6 9JP
External wall insulation.
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Nottingham | Date: 2023-09-20
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A brief summary of Bulwell Forest in Nottinghamshire

Bulwell Forest is a settlement located in Nottinghamshire, England.

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

Bulwell Forest has one conservation area within its boundaries: Bulwell. 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 Bulwell Forest includes 2 Ancient Woodland sites. 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 Bulwell Forest

In the last 24 months, 22 planning applications were submitted near Bulwell Forest. Of these, 80% were approved, with an average decision time of 66 days.

This is below the national average of approximately 87%, which may reflect stricter local policies, sensitivity of the area, or higher levels of speculative applications. Pre-application advice is particularly worthwhile near Bulwell Forest.

At 66 days on average, decisions near Bulwell Forest slightly exceed the 8-week statutory target for minor applications, though this is common across many councils.

The most common application types near Bulwell Forest were full planning applications (11), discharge of conditions (7), outline applications (3). Full planning applications account for 50% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

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