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Planning in Sneinton

Approved
91%
174 of 189 decided
Decision time
about 11 weeks
on average

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Sneinton in the last 24 months, from Nottingham City Council's planning register.

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Around Sneinton

Postcode districts

NG2 324 applications in the last 12 monthsNG1 172 applications in the last 12 monthsNG3 275 applications in the last 12 months

Applications in each district in the last 12 months.

Planning authority: Nottingham City Council

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About Sneinton

Sneinton is a vibrant suburb located in Nottingham, within the Nottingham district of Nottinghamshire. It is bordered by Nottingham city centre to the west, Bakersfield to the north, Colwick to the east, and the River Trent to the south. As part of the unitary authority of Nottingham City since 1877, the area presents various opportunities for planning applications, reflecting its rich urban character and strategic location.

There are currently no active flood warnings for the Sneinton 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 Sneinton a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

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

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Sneinton 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 Sneinton, 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, 262 planning applications were submitted near Sneinton. Of these, 91% were approved, with an average decision time of 77 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (90), discharge of conditions (39), listed building and heritage (25). 1 large-scale development was submitted during this period.

3 planning appeals were lodged, of which 2 were allowed and 1 was dismissed (67% success rate).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Sneinton?
In the last 24 months, 262 planning applications were submitted near Sneinton. The approval rate is 91%.
How long do planning decisions take near Sneinton?
The average planning decision time near Sneinton is 77 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 Sneinton?
The planning approval rate near Sneinton is 91%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Sneinton?
The most common type of planning application near Sneinton is full planning applications, with 90 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Sneinton?
You can search and track planning applications near Sneinton on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.