Search Fernwood planning applications

12 applications received or decided in the last 12 months · within 1 km of the centre of Fernwood · updated daily · Newark and Sherwood District Council

Only 6 applications in the last 90 days, so this shows the last 12 months.

Showing 1 to 5 of 12 · received or decided in the last 12 months

The Suthers School Cross Lane Fernwood Newark On Trent Nottinghamshire NG24 3NHAwaiting decisionA new Synthetic Turf Pitch (91m x 55m). The development also includes goal storage and spectator areas, a new pathway to the north of the pitch, a storage container for pitch maintenance equipment, perimeter fencing up to 4.5m high, 1.1m high internal spectator fencing, and LED floodlighting.Received 2 Nov 202626/01797/FUL
Land Adjacent 7 Worthington Road Balderton Newark On Trent NG24 3REAwaiting decisionChange of use of land to form part of the residential curtilage enclosed with a timber post and rail fencingReceived 6 Oct 202626/01509/FUL
Land Adjacent 2 Great North Road Fernwood Newark On Trent NG24 3JUAwaiting decisionNew detached dwelling, separating fence, re-configuration of driveway and rear access gate.Received 5 Oct 202626/01264/FUL
27 Queen Street Balderton Newark On Trent NG24 3NSApprovedApplication for a non-material amendment to planning permission 25/00477/HOUSE to amend the approved plan to change the roof pitch and reduction in size of existing stair/hall windowReceived 24 Sep 2026Decided 20 Oct 202626/01556/NMA
Phase 1 Land At Fernwood Great North Road FernwoodApprovedRequest for confirmation of discharge of condition 16 (Archaeological Investigation) attached to planning permission 16/00506/OUTMReceived 30 Jul 2026Decided 9 Sep 202626/01201/DISCON

Planning in Fernwood

Approved: 83%; 10 of 11 decided
Decision time: about 6 weeks; on average

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

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Around Fernwood

Postcode districts

NG24 237 applications in the last 12 months

Applications in each district in the last 12 months.

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Planning authority: Newark and Sherwood District Council

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About Fernwood

Fernwood is a village and civil parish located in the Newark and Sherwood district of Nottinghamshire, England. As a suburb of Newark-on-Trent, it had a population of 2,190 in the 2011 census, which grew to 3,054 by the 2021 census. The area is poised for development, making it relevant for those researching planning applications and growth opportunities in the region. The settlement has a population of approximately 3,054 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Newark and Sherwood district.

Property prices in Fernwood show an average sale price of £246,047, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Fernwood 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 Fernwood a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

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

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To comment on or object to a planning application near Fernwood, 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, 19 planning applications were submitted near Fernwood. Of these, 83% were approved, with an average decision time of 43 days.

The most common types were tree works (3), outline applications (2), discharge of conditions (2). 3 large-scale developments were submitted during this period.

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Fernwood?

In the last 24 months, 19 planning applications were submitted near Fernwood. The approval rate is 83%.

How long do planning decisions take near Fernwood?

The average planning decision time near Fernwood is 43 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 Fernwood?

The planning approval rate near Fernwood is 83%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Fernwood?

The most common type of planning application near Fernwood is tree works applications, with 3 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Fernwood?

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