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Planning in Newark-on-Trent

Approved
96%
106 of 107 decided
Decision time
about 9 weeks
on average

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

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About Newark-on-Trent

Newark-on-Trent, a historic market town and civil parish in Nottinghamshire's Newark and Sherwood district, is situated along the River Trent and was once a significant inland port. The town has Roman roots, positioned on the ancient Fosse Way, and developed around landmarks such as Newark Castle and St Mary Magdalene Church. Additionally, it became a hub for wool and cloth trades, making it a key area for planning applications related to heritage and commercial development.

Property prices in Newark-on-Trent show an average sale price of £246,047, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Newark-on-Trent 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 Newark-on-Trent, 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, 154 planning applications were submitted near Newark-on-Trent. Of these, 96% were approved, with an average decision time of 61 days.

The most common types were tree works (27), discharge of conditions (7), full planning applications (5).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Newark-on-Trent?
In the last 24 months, 154 planning applications were submitted near Newark-on-Trent. The approval rate is 96%.
How long do planning decisions take near Newark-on-Trent?
The average planning decision time near Newark-on-Trent 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 Newark-on-Trent?
The planning approval rate near Newark-on-Trent is 96%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Newark-on-Trent?
The most common type of planning application near Newark-on-Trent is tree works applications, with 27 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Newark-on-Trent?
You can search and track planning applications near Newark-on-Trent on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.