How long do planning decisions take near Caunton?

The average planning decision time near Caunton is 64 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 Caunton?

The planning approval rate near Caunton is 100%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Caunton?

The most common type of planning application near Caunton is tree works applications, with 5 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Caunton?

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Caunton, Nottinghamshire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Caunton, Nottinghamshire.

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Planning applications in Caunton are administered by Newark And Sherwood District Council. View the full Newark And Sherwood District Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.

About Caunton

Caunton is a village and civil parish located in the Newark and Sherwood district of Nottinghamshire, positioned along the A616, six miles north-west of Newark-on-Trent. With a population that grew from 483 in 2011 to 508 in 2021, this parish is a small but developing community. For those researching planning applications, Caunton offers insights into rural development and local governance within the NG23 postcode area.

Population: 508 (2021)

District: Newark and Sherwood

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £246,047 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: Newark and Sherwood
Parliamentary constituency: Newark
LSOA: Newark and Sherwood 003B

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-05.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Caunton.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Caunton based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

10 planning applications found near Caunton.

26/01002/TWCA - Caunton Manor Manor Road Caunton Newark On Trent NG23 6AD
T1 - Oak - Reduce 2 large lateral limbs by up to 6m each. Shape the remaning tree to balance the crown up to 3m from the top and 4m from the lateral branches on the back side. T2 - Willow - Pollard th
Status: Undecided | Council: Newark and Sherwood | Date: 2026-07-01
26/00894/TWCA - Brookside Cottage Amen Corner Caunton Newark On Trent NG23 6AP
Willow Tree - Remove tree due to it being dead.
Status: Undecided | Council: Newark and Sherwood | Date: 2026-06-15
26/00881/TWCA - Orchard House Mill Lane Caunton Newark On Trent NG23 6AJ
Felling of 4 mature Black Pine trees. Removal of associated arisings and timber from site. Replacement planting with several Silver Birch trees as part of planned replacement improvement scheme.
Status: Undecided | Council: Newark and Sherwood | Date: 2026-06-15
- Brookside Cottage Amen Corner Caunton Newark On Trent NG23 6AP
Willow Tree - Remove tree due to it being dead.
Type: Trees | Council: Newark and Sherwood | Date: 2026-06-15
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- Orchard House Mill Lane Caunton Newark On Trent NG23 6AJ
Felling of 4 mature Black Pine trees. Removal of associated arisings and timber from site. Replacement planting with several Silver Birch trees as part of planned replacement improvement scheme.
Type: Trees | Council: Newark and Sherwood | Date: 2026-06-12
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- Holme Lea Mill Lane Caunton Newark On Trent NG23 6AJ
Variation of conditions 2 and 3 attached to planning permission: 24/01451/HOUSE To change the materials for the rear roof as pitch to shallow for the tiles originally proposed from pan tiles to slate
Type: Amendment | Council: Newark and Sherwood | Date: 2026-03-27
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- Mole End Mill Lane Caunton Newark On Trent NG23 6AJ
Application for non material amendment for adjustments to door and roller shutter, replace window with two to east elevation and Enlarge roof overhang support posts attached to planning permission 25/
Status: Permitted | Type: Amendment | Council: Newark and Sherwood | Date: 2026-02-13
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- Mole End Mill Lane Caunton Newark On Trent NG23 6AJ
Variation of condition 3 attached to planning permission 22/00842/HOUSE to amend the approved plans
Status: Permitted | Type: Amendment | Council: Newark and Sherwood | Date: 2025-09-26
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- Hunters Moon Mill Lane Caunton Newark On Trent NG23 6AJ
Demolition of existing kitchen and erection of a new single storey kitchen extension
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Newark and Sherwood | Date: 2025-05-06
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- White Cottage Mill Lane Caunton Newark On Trent NG23 6AJ
T1- Elder (Sambucus Nigra )- Fell T2- Hawthorn (Crataegus Monogyna) - Fell
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Newark and Sherwood | Date: 2024-06-12
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A brief summary of Caunton in Nottinghamshire

Property prices in Caunton show an average sale price of £246,047, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry.

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

Caunton has one conservation area within its boundaries: Caunton. 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 Caunton 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 Caunton

In the last 24 months, 14 planning applications were submitted near Caunton. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 64 days.

This is notably above the national average of approximately 87%, suggesting a relatively permissive planning environment. Applicants near Caunton may find that well-prepared applications have a strong chance of success.

At 64 days on average, decisions near Caunton slightly exceed the 8-week statutory target for minor applications, though this is common across many councils.

The most common application types near Caunton were tree works (5), amendments (3), full planning applications (2). The significant number of tree-related applications is typical for areas with mature tree cover or active tree preservation orders.

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