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Planning in Eastwood

Approved
90%
70 of 76 decided
Decision time
about 7 weeks
on average

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Eastwood in the last 24 months, from Broxtowe Borough Council's planning register.

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About Eastwood

Eastwood is a town and civil parish located in the Broxtowe district of Nottinghamshire, approximately 9 miles northwest of Nottingham. With historical significance dating back to the Domesday Book, Eastwood experienced significant growth during the Industrial Revolution and is notable for being the birthplace of renowned author D. H. Lawrence. Additionally, the town was a pivotal point for the Midland Railway, making it an area of interest for planning applications related to transport and development. The town has a population of approximately 10,927 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Broxtowe district.

Eastwood covers an area of approximately 5.2 km². The surrounding landscape and character of the area play an important role in how planning applications are assessed by the local authority.

The area around Eastwood has 1 nature designation nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Eastwood 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 Eastwood, 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, 94 planning applications were submitted near Eastwood. Of these, 90% were approved, with an average decision time of 49 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (19), discharge of conditions (11), outline applications (10).

8 planning appeals were lodged, of which 1 was allowed and 7 were dismissed (13% success rate).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Eastwood?
In the last 24 months, 94 planning applications were submitted near Eastwood. The approval rate is 90%.
How long do planning decisions take near Eastwood?
The average planning decision time near Eastwood is 49 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 Eastwood?
The planning approval rate near Eastwood is 90%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Eastwood?
The most common type of planning application near Eastwood is full planning applications, with 19 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Eastwood?
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