Sandown, Isle of Wight Planning Applications
Recent planning applications near Sandown, Isle of Wight.
Isle of Wight · England · Town
About Sandown
Sandown is a vibrant seaside resort located on the south-east coast of the Isle of Wight, England, with a population of 7,125 as of the 2021 Census. It forms part of a larger built-up area that includes the neighbouring resorts of Shanklin and Lake, bringing the total population to over 20,000. Renowned for its picturesque sandy beaches, Sandown stretches from Battery Gardens in the south to Yaverland in the north, making it a prime location for potential planning applications related to tourism and coastal development.
Population: 7,129 (2021)
District: Isle of Wight
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Town Insights
Property Prices
Average property sale price: £326,527 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).
Area Information
- Admin district: Isle of Wight
- Parliamentary constituency: Isle of Wight East
- LSOA: Isle of Wight 014D
Crime Statistics
0 crimes reported in 2026-02.
Flood Risk
No active flood warnings near Sandown.
Keyword Scorecard
Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Sandown.
- 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 Sandown based on the last 24 months of planning data.
Nearby Applications
12 planning applications found near Sandown.
- - 8 Queens Road Sandown Isle Of Wight PO36 8DT
Condition compliance application on 25/01857/FUL relating to condition 3 (Management Plan) to be discharged
Status: Conditions | Type: Conditions | Council: Isle of Wight | Date: 2026-03-09
View full details - - 18 St Johns Crescent Sandown Isle Of Wight PO36 8EG
Proposed single storey rear extension
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Isle of Wight | Date: 2026-03-05
View full details - - 6 And 7 Park Rise Sandown Isle Of Wight PO36 9FJ
T1; Beech - Reduce over garden by up to 2.5 metres. T2; Yew - Reduce over gardens by up to 1 metre. T3; Lime - Raise crown by approximately 2 metres, reduce over garden by up to 2.5 metres. T4; London
Status: Undecided | Type: Trees | Council: Isle of Wight | Date: 2026-02-05
View full details - - 12A Winchester Park Road Sandown Isle Of Wight PO36 8HJ
Lawful Development Certificate for proposed use of outbuilding as home office; raised deck area (revised plans).
Status: Withdrawn | Type: Outline | Council: Isle of Wight | Date: 2026-01-23
View full details - - 96 The Fairway Lake Sandown Isle Of Wight PO36 9EQ
T1; Norway maple (Acer platanoides) - Reduce overhang to neighbours (school grounds) and height to reduce leverage, total 30%. Reason: Reduce encroachment and leverage as adjacent tree has had signifi
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Isle of Wight | Date: 2026-01-21
View full details - - 8 Queens Road Sandown Isle Of Wight PO36 8DT
Change of use of outbuilding to beauty salon
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Isle of Wight | Date: 2025-12-29
View full details - - 15 Station Avenue Sandown Isle Of Wight PO36 9BN
Bay tree - Light overall reduction of approximately 30% (see photo); Removal of new basal growth. Reason: Tree has become larger than desired for its setting.
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Isle of Wight | Date: 2025-10-21
View full details - - Boots Co Plc 15 High Street Sandown Isle Of Wight PO36 8DA
Externally illuminated fascia sign; externally illuminated projecting sign (revised plan)(revised description)
Status: Permitted | Type: Advertising | Council: Isle of Wight | Date: 2025-03-21
View full details - - Los Altos Park Fairfield Gardens Lake Isle Of Wight
Lawful Development Certificate for installation of play equipment and associated impact absorbing surfaces beneath the play equipment
Status: Permitted | Type: Outline | Council: Isle of Wight | Date: 2025-02-25
View full details - - Old Town Hall Grafton Street Sandown Isle Of Wight PO36 8JJ
Condition compliance application on 24/01146/LBC in relation to condition 4 (Various Works)
Status: Conditions | Type: Conditions | Council: Isle of Wight | Date: 2024-11-01
View full details - - Old Town Hall Grafton Street Sandown Isle Of Wight PO36 8JJ
Listed Building Consent for proposed alterations at lower ground floor (basement) and ground floor levels comprising installation of lift; removal/part removal and blocking in of internal doors and wa
Status: Permitted | Type: Heritage | Council: Isle of Wight | Date: 2024-07-31
View full details - - 2 Auckland Mews 44 Fitzroy Street Sandown Isle Of Wight PO36 8HW
Variation of condition 2 on 22/01977/HOU to reduce size of extension
Status: Permitted | Type: Conditions | Council: Isle of Wight | Date: 2023-06-23
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A brief summary of Sandown in Isle of Wight
Sandown is a vibrant seaside resort located on the south-east coast of the Isle of Wight, England, with a population of 7,125 as of the 2021 Census. It forms part of a larger built-up area that includes the neighbouring resorts of Shanklin and Lake, bringing the total population to over 20,000. Renowned for its picturesque sandy beaches, Sandown stretches from Battery Gardens in the south to Yaverland in the north, making it a prime location for potential planning applications related to tourism and coastal development. The Town has a population of approximately 7,129 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Isle of Wight district.
Property prices in Sandown show an average sale price of £326,527, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry.
There were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period. This makes Sandown a particularly low-crime area.
Sandown has one conservation area within its boundaries: No data available for publication by HE. Planning applications within or near this conservation area 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 Sandown includes 1 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Lake Allotments SSSI; 1 Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB): Isle Of Wight; 1 Special Areas of Conservation (SAC): South Wight Maritime; 1 Special Protection Areas (SPA): Solent and Dorset Coast. These designations may affect planning decisions, as proposals near protected sites require environmental impact assessment and may face additional restrictions.
For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Sandown 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.
Planning Activity in Sandown
In the last 24 months, 14 planning applications were submitted near Sandown. Of these, 88% were approved, with an average decision time of 56 days.
This is slightly above the national average of approximately 87%, indicating a broadly favourable planning environment near Sandown.
The average decision time of 56 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.
The most common application types near Sandown were tree works (4), full planning applications (3), outline applications (3). The significant number of tree-related applications is typical for areas with mature tree cover or active tree preservation orders.
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