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Planning in Orston

Only 6 decisions near Orston in the last 2 years, too few to judge an approval rate.

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Orston in the last 24 months, from Rushcliffe Borough Council's planning register.

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About Orston

Orston is a quaint village and civil parish located in the Rushcliffe borough of Nottinghamshire, approximately 15 miles east of Nottingham. Surrounded by the parishes of Scarrington, Thoroton, Flawborough, Bottesford, and Elton on the Hill, Orston has seen a population increase from 454 in 2011 to 512 residents by the 2021 census, making it a small yet growing community. This growth may influence local planning applications and development opportunities in the area. The settlement has a population of approximately 512 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Rushcliffe district.

There are currently no active flood warnings for the Orston area, indicating a relatively low flood risk at present. This is a positive factor for both existing residents and those considering property purchases or new developments.

In terms of safety, there were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period (May 2026). This makes Orston a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Orston has 1 nature designation nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Orston 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.

To comment on or object to a planning application near Orston, 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, 8 planning applications were submitted near Orston.

The most common types were discharge of conditions (2), outline applications (1), amendments (1).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Orston?
In the last 24 months, 8 planning applications were submitted near Orston.
What types of planning applications are most common near Orston?
The most common type of planning application near Orston is discharge of conditions, with 2 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Orston?
You can search and track planning applications near Orston on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.