Skip to content

Planning in Edwinstowe

Approved
97%
58 of 60 decided
Decision time
about 8 weeks
on average

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Edwinstowe in the last 24 months, from Newark and Sherwood District Council's planning register.

Decided by Newark and Sherwood District CouncilCouncil page

Around Edwinstowe

For home projects and trades

About Edwinstowe

Edwinstowe is a village and civil parish located in the Newark and Sherwood district of Nottinghamshire, England, adjacent to Sherwood Forest and the Dukeries. Known for its connections to the legendary figures of Robin Hood and Maid Marian, the village has a population of 5,320 as of the 2021 census. This rich historical context makes Edwinstowe a notable area for planning applications, particularly in relation to heritage and tourism developments. The settlement has a population of approximately 5,320 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Newark and Sherwood district.

Property prices in Edwinstowe show an average sale price of £199,257, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Edwinstowe 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 (May 2026). This makes Edwinstowe a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Edwinstowe has 8 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Edwinstowe 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.

Contains HM Land Registry data © Crown copyright and database right 2026. This data is licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0.

To comment on or object to a planning application near Edwinstowe, 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, 67 planning applications were submitted near Edwinstowe. Of these, 97% were approved, with an average decision time of 57 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (15), outline applications (9), tree works (8). 3 large-scale developments were submitted during this period.

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Edwinstowe?
In the last 24 months, 67 planning applications were submitted near Edwinstowe. The approval rate is 97%.
How long do planning decisions take near Edwinstowe?
The average planning decision time near Edwinstowe is 57 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 Edwinstowe?
The planning approval rate near Edwinstowe is 97%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Edwinstowe?
The most common type of planning application near Edwinstowe is full planning applications, with 15 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Edwinstowe?
You can search and track planning applications near Edwinstowe on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.