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Planning in Sherwood

Approved
91%
106 of 115 decided
Decision time
about 9 weeks
on average

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

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Around Sherwood

Postcode districts

NG5 336 applications in the last 12 monthsNG3 275 applications in the last 12 months

Applications in each district in the last 12 months.

Planning authority: Gedling Borough Council

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About Sherwood

Sherwood is a vibrant district and ward located 1.5 miles north of Nottingham's city centre, with a population of 15,414 as recorded in the 2011 census. It is surrounded by several neighbouring areas, including Woodthorpe to the northeast, Mapperley to the east, and Carrington to the south, making it a well-connected community. This diverse locality presents various opportunities for planning applications, catering to both residential and commercial developments.

There are currently no active flood warnings for the Sherwood 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 Sherwood 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, Sherwood 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 Sherwood, 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, 167 planning applications were submitted near Sherwood. Of these, 91% were approved, with an average decision time of 61 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (47), tree works (35), outline applications (5). 1 large-scale development was submitted during this period.

2 planning appeals were lodged, of which 0 were allowed and 2 were dismissed (0% success rate).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Sherwood?
In the last 24 months, 167 planning applications were submitted near Sherwood. The approval rate is 91%.
How long do planning decisions take near Sherwood?
The average planning decision time near Sherwood 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 Sherwood?
The planning approval rate near Sherwood is 91%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Sherwood?
The most common type of planning application near Sherwood is full planning applications, with 47 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Sherwood?
You can search and track planning applications near Sherwood on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.