Chale, Isle of Wight Planning Applications
Recent planning applications near Chale, Isle of Wight.
Isle of Wight · England · settlement
Planning applications in Chale are administered by Isle Of Wight Council. View the full Isle Of Wight Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.
About Chale
Chale is a quaint village and civil parish situated on the Isle of Wight, England, approximately three kilometres from Niton in the scenic Back of the Wight area. Nestled at the base of St. Catherine's Down, Chale offers a unique blend of rural charm and natural beauty, making it a noteworthy location for planning applications in the region.
Population: 620 (2021) · Area: 890.5 km²
District: Isle of Wight
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Town Insights
Property Prices
Average property sale price: £302,790 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).
Area Information
- Admin district: Isle of Wight
- Parliamentary constituency: Isle of Wight East
- LSOA: Isle of Wight 018B
Crime Statistics
0 crimes reported in 2026-05.
Flood Risk
No active flood warnings near Chale.
Keyword Scorecard
Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Chale.
- 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 Chale based on the last 24 months of planning data.
Nearby Applications
1 planning application found near Chale.
- - Chale Bay Farm Military Road Brighstone Ventnor Isle Of Wight PO38 2JF
Proposed first floor extension with juliet balcony
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Isle of Wight | Date: 2024-12-24
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A brief summary of Chale in Isle of Wight
Chale is a quaint village and civil parish situated on the Isle of Wight, England, approximately three kilometres from Niton in the scenic Back of the Wight area. Nestled at the base of St. Catherine's Down, Chale offers a unique blend of rural charm and natural beauty, making it a noteworthy location for planning applications in the region. The settlement has a population of approximately 620 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Isle of Wight district.
Chale covers an area of approximately 890.5 km². The surrounding landscape and character of the area play an important role in how planning applications are assessed by the local authority.
Property prices in Chale show an average sale price of £302,790, 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 Chale a particularly low-crime area.
Chale has one conservation area within its boundaries: No data available for publication by HE. 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 Chale includes 1 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Compton Chine to Steephill Cove SSSI; 1 Ancient Woodland site; 1 Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB): Isle Of Wight; 1 Special Areas of Conservation (SAC): South Wight Maritime; 1 Special Protection Areas (SPA): Solent and Dorset Coast. These designations may affect planning decisions, as proposals near protected sites require environmental impact assessment and may face additional restrictions.
For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Chale 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.
Planning Activity in Chale
In the last 24 months, 1 planning applications were submitted near Chale. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 66 days.
This is notably above the national average of approximately 87%, suggesting a relatively permissive planning environment. Applicants near Chale may find that well-prepared applications have a strong chance of success.
At 66 days on average, decisions near Chale slightly exceed the 8-week statutory target for minor applications, though this is common across many councils.
The most common application types near Chale were full planning applications (1). Full planning applications account for 100% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.
Nearby Towns
Explore planning applications in nearby areas:
- Blackgang planning applications
- Chale Green planning applications
- Niton planning applications
- Pyle planning applications
- Atherfield Green planning applications
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- Southford planning applications
- Bierley planning applications
Related Planning Guides
- What Is Planning Permission in the UK? — Planning permission is the formal approval you need from your local council before making certain changes to a building or piece of land.
- What Is Permitted Development? — Permitted development rights allow certain building works and changes of use without the need to apply for planning permission.
- How Long Does Planning Permission Take? — Typical timelines for planning permission decisions in the UK, from submission to approval, and what can cause delays.