How long do planning decisions take near Mattersey?

The average planning decision time near Mattersey is 145 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 Mattersey?

The planning approval rate near Mattersey is 67%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Mattersey?

The most common type of planning application near Mattersey is discharge of conditions, with 2 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Mattersey?

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Mattersey, Nottinghamshire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Mattersey, Nottinghamshire.

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About Mattersey

Mattersey is a village located in Nottinghamshire, England, approximately 6 miles north of Retford and less than 13 miles from Doncaster, near the Nottinghamshire and South Yorkshire border. The village's population has seen fluctuations, with 792 residents recorded in the 2011 census, decreasing to 725 by 2021. This demographic trend may be relevant for those researching planning applications and development opportunities in the area.

Population: 725 (2021)

District: Bassetlaw

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £199,033 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: Bassetlaw
Parliamentary constituency: Bassetlaw
LSOA: Bassetlaw 003A

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Mattersey.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Mattersey based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

3 planning applications found near Mattersey.

- Land Adjacent To Priory Garage Main Street Mattersey South Yorkshire
Non Material Amendment to P.A. 24/00746/RES (Reserved Matters Application for the Approval of Appearance, Landscaping, Layout and Scale for P.A. 21/00540/OUT For Residential Development of Three Dwell
Status: Rejected | Type: Amendment | Council: Bassetlaw | Date: 2025-07-21
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- Land Adjacent Manor Farm Brecks Lane Mattersey South Yorkshire
Variation of Condition 2 on P.A 22/01621/FUL to Allow Change to the Layout and Design of the House Types
Status: Permitted | Type: Conditions | Council: Bassetlaw | Date: 2024-10-11
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- Land Fronting Breck Lane And Thorpe Road Mattersey South Yorkshire
Variation of Conditions 2 (landscaping), 3 (boundary treatment) and 10 (plans) on P.A 21/00811/VOC
Status: Permitted | Type: Conditions | Council: Bassetlaw | Date: 2023-05-16
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A brief summary of Mattersey in Nottinghamshire

Property prices in Mattersey show an average sale price of £199,033, 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 Mattersey a particularly low-crime area.

Mattersey has 2 conservation areas within its boundaries: Everton, Mattersey. 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.

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Planning Activity in Mattersey

In the last 24 months, 5 planning applications were submitted near Mattersey. Of these, 67% were approved, with an average decision time of 145 days.

This is below the national average of approximately 87%, which may reflect stricter local policies, sensitivity of the area, or higher levels of speculative applications. Pre-application advice is particularly worthwhile near Mattersey.

With an average of 145 days, decisions near Mattersey take longer than the statutory targets. Applicants should budget for a 5-month timeline and consider pre-application discussions to avoid delays.

The most common application types near Mattersey were discharge of conditions (2), amendments (2), tree works (1).

In terms of development scale, 1 medium-scale application, 4 smaller schemes were submitted.

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