Epperstone, Nottinghamshire Planning Applications
Recent planning applications near Epperstone, Nottinghamshire.
Nottinghamshire · England · settlement
About Epperstone
Epperstone is a quaint village and civil parish in mid-Nottinghamshire, situated close to Lowdham and Calverton. The population declined from 589 in 2011 to 517 in 2021, with many residents commuting to Nottingham, located 9 miles to the southwest, for work and education. This demographic shift may influence local planning considerations, particularly in relation to housing and infrastructure development.
Population: 517 (2021)
District: Newark and Sherwood
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Area Information
- Admin district: Gedling
- Parliamentary constituency: Sherwood Forest
- LSOA: Gedling 002A
Crime Statistics
0 crimes reported in 2026-02.
Flood Risk
No active flood warnings near Epperstone.
Keyword Scorecard
Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Epperstone.
- 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 Epperstone based on the last 24 months of planning data.
Nearby Applications
10 planning applications found near Epperstone.
- - The Manor Chapel Lane Epperstone Nottingham NG14 6AE
T1 - Purple Plum - Fell to ground level T2 - Purple Plum - Fell to ground level T3 - Robina - Reduce the low limb over the road by 2m T4 - Oak - Reduce the lowest limb over the road to bring back in l
Type: Trees | Council: Newark and Sherwood | Date: 2026-03-12
View full details - - Land At Gonalston Lane Epperstone
Application to determine if prior approval required for a general purpose Agricultural building under Schedule 2 part 6
Status: Permitted | Type: Other | Council: Newark and Sherwood | Date: 2026-02-19
View full details - - The Old Farm House Main Street Epperstone NG14 6AU
T1 - Conifer - Removal
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Newark and Sherwood | Date: 2026-01-12
View full details - - Dovecote House Main Street Epperstone NG14 6AU
T1 - Leyland Cypress. Removed due to close proximity to a neighbours property. Tree has split and separating trunks.
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Newark and Sherwood | Date: 2026-01-06
View full details - - The Laurels Main Street Epperstone NG14 6AU
T2 - Holly - Reduce height to original hedge/fence height T5 - Oak - Branch removal T6 - Beech - Crown lift 6-7m
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Newark and Sherwood | Date: 2025-06-24
View full details - - The Laurels Main Street Epperstone NG14 6AU
Undertake works to trees protected by TPO 55 Epperstone Part No.3 T3 - Scots Pine - Remove overhanging branches T4- Horse Chestnut - Fell
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Newark and Sherwood | Date: 2025-06-24
View full details - - Beech House Chapel Lane Epperstone NG14 6AE
Undertake works to trees protected by TPO 55 Epperstone Part no 2, Group G49. T2 - Pine - Remove deadwood on the main stem. Reduce the low limb over the driveway by 1m. T3 - Beech - Reduce the Souther
Type: Trees | Council: Newark and Sherwood | Date: 2025-05-07
View full details - - Beck Cottage Hagg Lane Epperstone NG14 6AW
Erection of detached garage
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Newark and Sherwood | Date: 2024-03-29
View full details - - Garden House Bland Lane Epperstone NG14 6AB
T1 Magnolia - fell to ground level. Growing close to a drain manhole cover, pushing fence and overhanging into the neighbours garden.
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Newark and Sherwood | Date: 2023-12-08
View full details - - Epperstone Playing Field Gonalston Lane Epperstone
Certificate of Lawfulness for proposed replacing of tennis courts floodlighting to LED equivalents
Status: Permitted | Type: Outline | Council: Newark and Sherwood | Date: 2023-08-09
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A brief summary of Epperstone in Nottinghamshire
Epperstone is a quaint village and civil parish in mid-Nottinghamshire, situated close to Lowdham and Calverton. The population declined from 589 in 2011 to 517 in 2021, with many residents commuting to Nottingham, located 9 miles to the southwest, for work and education. This demographic shift may influence local planning considerations, particularly in relation to housing and infrastructure development. The settlement has a population of approximately 517 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Newark and Sherwood district.
There were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period. This makes Epperstone a particularly low-crime area.
Epperstone has 2 conservation areas within its boundaries: Epperstone, Lowdham. Planning applications within or near these conservation areas 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 Epperstone includes 4 Ancient Woodland sites. 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, Epperstone 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 Epperstone
In the last 24 months, 10 planning applications were submitted near Epperstone. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 41 days.
This is notably above the national average of approximately 87%, suggesting a relatively permissive planning environment. Applicants near Epperstone may find that well-prepared applications have a strong chance of success.
The average decision time of 41 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.
The most common application types near Epperstone were tree works (7), discharge of conditions (1), amendments (1). The significant number of tree-related applications is typical for areas with mature tree cover or active tree preservation orders.
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Related Planning Guides
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- How Long Does Planning Permission Take? — Typical timelines for planning permission decisions in the UK, from submission to approval, and what can cause delays.