How long do planning decisions take near Hulverstone?

The average planning decision time near Hulverstone is 61 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 Hulverstone?

The planning approval rate near Hulverstone is 100%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Hulverstone?

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

How can I track planning applications near Hulverstone?

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Hulverstone, Isle of Wight Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Hulverstone, Isle of Wight.

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Planning applications in Hulverstone are administered by Isle Of Wight Council. View the full Isle Of Wight Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.

About Hulverstone

Hulverstone is a small hamlet on the Isle of Wight, consisting of approximately 12 houses and located near the English Channel. It features a post office within a private home and the historic Sun Inn, a 400-year-old establishment once involved in smuggling. The area also includes a converted school, originally a barn, established in the mid-19th century by Charles Seely. As of the 2011 Census, Hulverstone's population was incorporated into the civil parish of Brighstone, making it a quaint yet historically rich location for planning considerations.

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £253,918 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: Isle of Wight
Parliamentary constituency: Isle of Wight West
LSOA: Isle of Wight 011A

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Hulverstone.

Keyword Scorecard

Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Hulverstone.

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 Hulverstone based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

2 planning applications found near Hulverstone.

- Cedar Cottage Brook Village Road Brighstone Newport Isle Of Wight PO30 4EJ
T1; Monterey cypress - Remove the first 3-4 lower limbs extending inwards to the driveway. Reason: Lower limbs starting to extend and descend - concern for futire storm damage/breakage. T2; Sycamore -
Status: Undecided | Type: Trees | Council: Isle of Wight | Date: 2026-03-25
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- 1 Garden Cottage Brighstone Road Hulverstone Isle Of Wight PO30 4EH
T1; Aesculus hippocastanum (located next to a garage) - Lower limb reduced back to the first growth point. To create a clearance between the structure and prevent a large wound next to the stem. The l
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Isle of Wight | Date: 2026-03-03
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A brief summary of Hulverstone in Isle of Wight

Property prices in Hulverstone show an average sale price of £253,918, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry.

There were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period. This makes Hulverstone a particularly low-crime area.

Hulverstone has one conservation area within its boundaries: No data available for publication by HE. 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.

Ecology & Nature Designations

The area around Hulverstone includes 3 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Compton Chine to Steephill Cove SSSI, Compton Down SSSI, Mottistone Down SSSI; 1 Ancient Woodland site; 1 Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB): Isle Of Wight; 3 Special Areas of Conservation (SAC): South Wight Maritime, Isle of Wight Downs; 1 Special Protection Areas (SPA): Solent and Dorset Coast. These designations may affect planning decisions, as proposals near protected sites require environmental impact assessment and may face additional restrictions.

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Planning Activity in Hulverstone

In the last 24 months, 4 planning applications were submitted near Hulverstone. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 61 days.

This is notably above the national average of approximately 87%, suggesting a relatively permissive planning environment. Applicants near Hulverstone may find that well-prepared applications have a strong chance of success.

At 61 days on average, decisions near Hulverstone slightly exceed the 8-week statutory target for minor applications, though this is common across many councils.

The most common application types near Hulverstone were tree works (3), outline applications (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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