Colston Bassett, Nottinghamshire Planning Applications
Recent planning applications near Colston Bassett, Nottinghamshire.
Nottinghamshire · England · settlement
Planning applications in Colston Bassett are administered by Rushcliffe Borough Council. View the full Rushcliffe Borough Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.
About Colston Bassett
Colston Bassett is a picturesque village located in the Vale of Belvoir within the Rushcliffe district of southeast Nottinghamshire, near the border with Leicestershire. Nestled alongside the River Smite, the village had a population of 225 in 2001, which rose to 399 by the 2011 Census before slightly declining to 356 in 2021. This demographic information may be relevant for those considering planning applications in the area.
Population: 247 (2021)
District: Rushcliffe
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Area Information
- Admin district: Rushcliffe
- Parliamentary constituency: Rushcliffe
- LSOA: Rushcliffe 003F
Crime Statistics
0 crimes reported in 2026-05.
Flood Risk
No active flood warnings near Colston Bassett.
Keyword Scorecard
Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Colston Bassett.
- 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 Colston Bassett based on the last 24 months of planning data.
Nearby Applications
3 planning applications found near Colston Bassett.
- 26/01025/RELDEM - Chestnut Cottage Church Gate Colston Bassett Nottinghamshire NG12 3FE
Proposed partial demolition of boundary wall, alterations to vehicular entrance location, formation of adjacent pedestrian entrance, installation of metal estate style fencing to rear of boundary wall
Status: Undecided | Council: Rushcliffe | Date: 2026-06-12 - 26/01006/FUL - Chestnut Cottage Church Gate Colston Bassett Nottinghamshire NG12 3FE
Proposed partial demolition of boundary wall, alterations to vehicular entrance location, formation of adjacent pedestrian entrance, installation of metal estate style fencing to rear of boundary wall
Status: Undecided | Council: Rushcliffe | Date: 2026-06-12 - - Colston Lodge Langar Lane Colston Bassett Nottinghamshire NG13 9HA
Non material amendment for 24/00526/FUL to add four roof dormers
Status: Permitted | Type: Amendment | Council: Rushcliffe | Date: 2025-11-12
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A brief summary of Colston Bassett in Nottinghamshire
Colston Bassett is a picturesque village located in the Vale of Belvoir within the Rushcliffe district of southeast Nottinghamshire, near the border with Leicestershire. Nestled alongside the River Smite, the village had a population of 225 in 2001, which rose to 399 by the 2011 Census before slightly declining to 356 in 2021. This demographic information may be relevant for those considering planning applications in the area. The settlement has a population of approximately 247 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Rushcliffe district.
There were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period. This makes Colston Bassett a particularly low-crime area.
Colston Bassett has one conservation area within its boundaries: Colston Bassett. 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.
For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Colston Bassett 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 Colston Bassett
In the last 24 months, 6 planning applications were submitted near Colston Bassett. Of these, 67% were approved, with an average decision time of 90 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 Colston Bassett.
The average decision period of 90 days exceeds the 8-week target for minor applications but falls within the 13-week target for major schemes. Applicants should plan for approximately 13 weeks from submission to decision.
The most common application types near Colston Bassett were amendments (2), listed building and heritage (1), discharge of conditions (1).
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