Southwell, Nottinghamshire Planning Applications
Recent planning applications near Southwell, Nottinghamshire.
Nottinghamshire · England · Town
Planning applications in Southwell are administered by Newark And Sherwood District Council. View the full Newark And Sherwood District Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.
About Southwell
Southwell is a historic minster and market town located in the Newark and Sherwood district of Nottinghamshire, England. Renowned for its grade-I listed Southwell Minster, which serves as the cathedral for the Anglican Diocese of Southwell and Nottingham, the town had a population of 7,491 according to the 2021 census. This rich heritage and community size make Southwell a focal point for planning applications and developments in the region.
Population: 7,491 (2021)
District: Newark and Sherwood
Website: http://www.southwellcouncil.com/
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Town Insights
Property Prices
Average property sale price: £417,739 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).
Area Information
- Admin district: Newark and Sherwood
- Parliamentary constituency: Newark
- LSOA: Newark and Sherwood 008B
Crime Statistics
0 crimes reported in 2026-05.
Flood Risk
No active flood warnings near Southwell.
Keyword Scorecard
Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Southwell.
- 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 Southwell based on the last 24 months of planning data.
Nearby Applications
32 planning applications found near Southwell.
- - Grounds Of Southwell Minster Church Street Southwell NG25 0HD
Works to following trees identified in survey carried out by Littlewood Arboriculture, T010, T020, T023, T1464, T1466 and T1467.
Type: Trees | Council: Newark and Sherwood | Date: 2026-06-03
View full details - 26/00824/TWCA - Grounds Of Southwell Minster Church Street Southwell NG25 0HD
Works to following trees identified in survey carried out by Littlewood Arboriculture, T010, T020, T023, T1464, T1466 and T1467.
Status: Undecided | Council: Newark and Sherwood | Date: 2026-06-03 - 26/00823/DISCON - 4 Vicars Court Church Street Southwell NG25 0HP
Request for confirmation of discharge of conditions 04 (Bricks), 05 (Pointing) and 06 (Mortar) attached to listed building consent 25/01818/LBC; Proposed window repairs, door repairs, roof repairs, in
Status: Undecided | Council: Newark and Sherwood | Date: 2026-06-02 - 26/00809/FUL - 3 - 7 Church Street Southwell NG25 0HQ
Change of use from Class E to C1 (hotel/serviced accommodation) and new windows on rear elevation.
Status: Undecided | Council: Newark and Sherwood | Date: 2026-05-29 - - Land At Memorial Drive Southwell
T8 - Elder - Remove (Dead) T19 - Ash - Remove (Dieback) T37 - False Acasia - Remove T51 - Hawthorn - Remove (Dead) See tree survey and tree plan
Type: Trees | Council: Newark and Sherwood | Date: 2026-05-22
View full details - 26/00739/TWCA - Kingfisher Cottage 67E Church Street Southwell NG25 0HQ
T1 - Small leaf lime - crown reduction all round of 3M.
Status: Undecided | Council: Newark and Sherwood | Date: 2026-05-19 - - Kingfisher Cottage 67E Church Street Southwell NG25 0HQ
T1 - Small leaf lime - crown reduction all round of 3M.
Type: Trees | Council: Newark and Sherwood | Date: 2026-05-18
View full details - 26/00671/TWCA - 49 Fiskerton Road Southwell NG25 0TH
T1 - Laburnum to be removed as it will be in the direct line of new fence line. The root system of tree has completely lifted the slabbed path from the rear gate half way down the garden, making it a
Status: Undecided | Council: Newark and Sherwood | Date: 2026-05-08 - - 49 Fiskerton Road Southwell NG25 0TH
T1 - Laburnum to be removed as it will be in the direct line of new fence line. The root system of tree has completely lifted the slabbed path from the rear gate half way down the garden, making it a
Type: Trees | Council: Newark and Sherwood | Date: 2026-05-07
View full details - - 7 Palace View Southwell NG25 0HR
T1 - Leylandii, approximately 8 metres high. looking to reduce height by 25% as per the attached images, helping to reduce shade off neighbouring property and reduce the sail of the tree in high winds
Type: Trees | Council: Newark and Sherwood | Date: 2026-05-01
View full details - - Rampton Prebend 6 Westgate Southwell NG25 0JH
Request for confirmation to discharge conditions 3 (cladding), 4 (bricks), 5 (Windows, doors and rooflights) attached to planning permission 25/00821/HOUSE Repairs, alterations, demolitions and extens
Type: Conditions | Council: Newark and Sherwood | Date: 2026-04-28
View full details - - South Muskham Prebend Church Street Southwell
T1 Acer (Maple) Situated adjacent to a residential dwelling, within close proximity to apartment buildings. This is a mature specimen that has previously undergone pruning works and responded well, de
Type: Trees | Council: Newark and Sherwood | Date: 2026-04-23
View full details - - Bishops Manor Bishops Drive Southwell NG25 0JR
Remove dead cherry tree under five-day notice
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Newark and Sherwood | Date: 2026-04-22
View full details - - Land On Wilford Lane West Bridgford Nottinghamshire
Discharge of Conditions 11 (Verification Reports) from planning application 22/01330/NMA
Status: Conditions | Type: Conditions | Council: Rushcliffe | Date: 2026-04-13
View full details - - 27 Easthorpe Southwell NG25 0HY
The proposed works include a rear extension, internal alterations and forming an En-suite to an existing Bedroom.
Type: Full | Council: Newark and Sherwood | Date: 2026-03-02
View full details - - 1 Wakeling Close Southwell NG25 0JF
Application for lawful development certificate for proposed removal of existing conservatory and replacement with single storey rear extension.
Status: Rejected | Type: Outline | Council: Newark and Sherwood | Date: 2026-02-20
View full details - - 8 Farthingate Close Southwell NG25 0HU
Undertake works as detailed in Arboricultural Care Management Report. T1 Cherry 30% crown reduction T2 Plum 30% crown reduction
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Newark and Sherwood | Date: 2026-01-09
View full details - - Popely's Piece Bishops Drive Southwell NG25 0JP
Construct replacement gates and modified boundary treatment at the front of the property
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Newark and Sherwood | Date: 2025-12-31
View full details - - Sacrista Prebend Westgate Southwell Nottinghamshire NG25 0JH
Removal of 2 Irish Yew and 3 Lawson Cypress
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Newark and Sherwood | Date: 2025-11-28
View full details - - Minster Office The Minster Centre Church Street Southwell NG25 0HD
Undertake tree works as detailed in submitted tree surveys. Additional works also include: 2 Ash trees (signs of Ash Dieback) located Potwell Dyke Grassland - Remove. Small group of Cracked Willow - C
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Newark and Sherwood | Date: 2025-09-18
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A brief summary of Southwell in Nottinghamshire
Southwell is a historic minster and market town located in the Newark and Sherwood district of Nottinghamshire, England. Renowned for its grade-I listed Southwell Minster, which serves as the cathedral for the Anglican Diocese of Southwell and Nottingham, the town had a population of 7,491 according to the 2021 census. This rich heritage and community size make Southwell a focal point for planning applications and developments in the region. The Town has a population of approximately 7,491 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Newark and Sherwood district.
Property prices in Southwell show an average sale price of £417,739, 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 Southwell a particularly low-crime area.
Southwell has one conservation area within its boundaries: Southwell. 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.
For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Southwell planning applications can be searched by entering a local postcode above. Further local information can be found on the community website at http://www.southwellcouncil.com/. 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 Southwell
In the last 24 months, 69 planning applications were submitted near Southwell. Of these, 97% were approved, with an average decision time of 33 days.
This is notably above the national average of approximately 87%, suggesting a relatively permissive planning environment. Applicants near Southwell may find that well-prepared applications have a strong chance of success.
The average decision time of 33 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.
The most common application types near Southwell were tree works (35), discharge of conditions (7), full planning applications (4). The significant number of tree-related applications is typical for areas with mature tree cover or active tree preservation orders.
Application Outcomes
- Approved: 30 applications
- Refused: 1 application
- Awaiting decision: 38 applications
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