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Planning in Bulwell Forest

Approved
95%
20 of 21 decided
Decision time
about 11 weeks
on average

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Bulwell Forest in the last 24 months, from Nottingham City Council's planning register.

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Around Bulwell Forest

Postcode districts

NG6 90 applications in the last 12 monthsNG5 335 applications in the last 12 months

Applications in each district in the last 12 months.

Planning authority: Nottingham City Council

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About Bulwell Forest

Bulwell Forest is a settlement located in Nottinghamshire, England.

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

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

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Bulwell Forest 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 Bulwell Forest, 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, 39 planning applications were submitted near Bulwell Forest. Of these, 95% were approved, with an average decision time of 76 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (11), discharge of conditions (8), outline applications (3).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Bulwell Forest?
In the last 24 months, 39 planning applications were submitted near Bulwell Forest. The approval rate is 95%.
How long do planning decisions take near Bulwell Forest?
The average planning decision time near Bulwell Forest is 76 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 95%. The national average across England and Wales is 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?
You can search and track planning applications near Bulwell Forest on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.