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32 applications received or decided in the last 90 days · within 1 km of the centre of Retford · updated daily · Bassetlaw District Council

Showing 1 to 5 of 32 · received or decided in the last 90 days

31 Market Place Retford Nottinghamshire DN22 6DWAwaiting decisionDischarge of Condition 4 (Door Repair to Framework and Door Detail) on P/A 25/01306/LBAReceived 10 Nov 202626/01474/COND
Barclays Bank 28 The Square Retford Nottinghamshire DN22 6DQAwaiting decisionProposed New Access Entrance Door and Rear Bedroom Window.Received 29 Oct 202626/01268/FUL
Land Adjoining Grove Road Retford NottinghamshireAwaiting decisionNon Material Amendment to P.A. 24/00565/FUL to Allow Changes to the Boundary Plan, Change to the Wall Round the Vendors Property to Solid 1.8m Brick Wall and Additional Wall Between the Vendor and Plot 1 - Erection of 80 Dwellings, Access, Parking, Landscaping and all Associated InfrastructureNon Material AmendmentReceived 21 Oct 202626/01390/NMA
Oak Tree On Spa Road Retford NottinghamshireAwaiting decisionCarry Out Works to Trees Within a Conservation Area - (T1) - Fell/Remove 1 Dead Fastigiated Oak and Grind Stump, Prepare Tree Pit to Replace With a Suitable SpeciesWorks to Trees in a Conservation AreaReceived 20 Oct 202626/01366/CAT
Land West Of Co Op Store Welbeck Road Retford NottinghamshireAwaiting decisionDischarge of Conditions 3 (External Materials), 4 (Swift Bricks) and 5 (Boundary Treatments) of P.A. 25/01316/FUL - Residential Development of 2 Apartments with Off Street Parking and Amenity SpaceRequest for Condition DischargeReceived 19 Oct 202626/01348/COND

Planning in Retford

Approved: 85%; 122 of 136 decided
Decision time: about 12 weeks; on average

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Retford in the last 24 months, from Bassetlaw District Council's planning register.

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Around Retford

Postcode districts

DN22 317 applications in the last 12 monthsNG20 89 applications in the last 12 months

Applications in each district in the last 12 months.

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Planning authority: Bassetlaw District Council

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About Retford

Retford, or East Retford, is a market town situated in the Bassetlaw District of Nottinghamshire, England, with a population of 23,740 as of the 2021 census. Located on the River Idle and the Chesterfield Canal, it is conveniently positioned 26 miles east of Sheffield, 23 miles west of Lincoln, and 31 miles north-east of Nottingham. The A1 road bypasses the town, enhancing its accessibility for planning and development opportunities.

Property prices in Retford show an average sale price of £234,135, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Retford 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 Retford a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Retford 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 Retford, 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, 205 planning applications were submitted near Retford. Of these, 85% were approved, with an average decision time of 81 days.

The most common types were tree works (49), full planning applications (29), listed building and heritage (21). 2 large-scale developments were submitted during this period.

5 planning appeals were lodged, of which 1 was allowed and 4 were dismissed (20% success rate).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Retford?

In the last 24 months, 205 planning applications were submitted near Retford. The approval rate is 85%.

How long do planning decisions take near Retford?

The average planning decision time near Retford is 81 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 Retford?

The planning approval rate near Retford is 85%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Retford?

The most common type of planning application near Retford is tree works applications, with 49 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Retford?

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