How long do planning decisions take near Ollerton?

The average planning decision time near Ollerton is 159 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 Ollerton?

The planning approval rate near Ollerton is 50%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Ollerton?

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

How can I track planning applications near Ollerton?

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Ollerton, Nottinghamshire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Ollerton, Nottinghamshire.

Nottinghamshire · England · settlement

Planning applications in Ollerton are administered by Ashfield District Council. View the full Ashfield District Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.

About Ollerton

Ollerton is a village located in the Newark and Sherwood district of Nottinghamshire, England, on the edge of the historic Sherwood Forest, within the area known as the Dukeries. Now part of the parish of Ollerton and Boughton, the village is situated near New Ollerton and had a population of 9,840 according to the 2011 census. This charming locale presents various opportunities for planning applications, particularly in relation to its natural heritage and community development.

Population: 11,103

District: Ollerton and Boughton

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Area Information

Admin district: Bassetlaw
Parliamentary constituency: Newark
LSOA: Bassetlaw 015F

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-05.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Ollerton.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Ollerton based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

6 planning applications found near Ollerton.

- Land At Forest Road Ollerton
Notification of the intention to install x1 pole.
Council: Newark and Sherwood | Date: 2026-03-10
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- St Giles Cottage 1 Church Street Ollerton NG22 9AB
Lawful Development Certificate for proposed solar panels to roof of building, front and rear of property.
Status: Permitted | Type: Outline | Council: Newark and Sherwood | Date: 2025-11-18
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- Ollerton Hall Main Street Ollerton NG22 9AD
Request for confirmation of discharge of condition 02 part (Architectural Details) attached to listed building consent 22/00853/LBC; Refurbishment of hall to provide 8no. new apartments
Status: Withdrawn | Type: Conditions | Council: Newark and Sherwood | Date: 2025-01-23
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- Ollerton Hall Main Street Ollerton NG22 9AD
Request for confirmation of part discharge of condition 02 (Architectural Details) attached to planning permission 22/00852/FUL; Change of use and conversion of hall to 8 new apartments with new bin a
Status: Conditions | Type: Conditions | Council: Newark and Sherwood | Date: 2025-01-23
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- Ollerton Hall Main Street Ollerton NG22 9AD
Request for information of discharge of conditions 1 (Time) , 5 (Repair Methodology) , 6 (Repointing), 8 (Fire Safety Measures) attached to planning permission 22/00853/LBC Refurbishment of hall to pr
Status: Conditions | Type: Conditions | Council: Newark and Sherwood | Date: 2024-05-16
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- 8 Tor Lane Ollerton NG22 9BT
Request for confirmation to discharge condition 3 (flat roof details) attacehd to planning permission 23/01725/HOUSE Conversion of seating area/store to living accommodation including raising the flat
Status: Conditions | Type: Conditions | Council: Newark and Sherwood | Date: 2023-11-29
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A brief summary of Ollerton in Nottinghamshire

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

Ollerton has 2 conservation areas within its boundaries: Wellow, Ollerton. 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.

Ecology & Nature Designations

The area around Ollerton includes 2 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Birklands West and Ollerton Corner SSSI, Birklands and Bilhaugh SSSI; 2 Ancient Woodland sites; 1 Special Areas of Conservation (SAC): Birklands & Bilhaugh. 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 Ollerton

In the last 24 months, 5 planning applications were submitted near Ollerton. Of these, 50% were approved, with an average decision time of 159 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 Ollerton.

With an average of 159 days, decisions near Ollerton take longer than the statutory targets. Applicants should budget for a 6-month timeline and consider pre-application discussions to avoid delays.

The most common application types near Ollerton were discharge of conditions (2), full planning applications (1), outline applications (1).

In terms of development scale, 1 large-scale (major) development, 4 smaller schemes were submitted.

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