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Planning in Moortown

Approved
81%
13 of 16 decided
Decision time
about 8 weeks
on average

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Moortown in the last 24 months, from Isle of Wight Council's planning register.

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About Moortown

Moortown, situated in the western part of the Isle of Wight, is a charming area within Brighstone, often referred to as the Back of the Wight. Its picturesque landscape and local amenities make it an attractive spot for those considering planning applications in the region. It sits within the Brighstone district.

Property prices in Moortown show an average sale price of £209,417, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry.

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

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Moortown 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 Moortown, 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, 22 planning applications were submitted near Moortown. Of these, 81% were approved, with an average decision time of 58 days.

The most common types were tree works (3), discharge of conditions (2), listed building and heritage (1).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Moortown?
In the last 24 months, 22 planning applications were submitted near Moortown. The approval rate is 81%.
How long do planning decisions take near Moortown?
The average planning decision time near Moortown is 58 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 Moortown?
The planning approval rate near Moortown is 81%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Moortown?
The most common type of planning application near Moortown is tree works applications, with 3 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Moortown?
You can search and track planning applications near Moortown on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.