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Planning in Southwell

Approved
94%
95 of 97 decided
Decision time
about 5 weeks
on average

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Southwell in the last 24 months, from Newark and Sherwood District Council's planning register.

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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. 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.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Southwell 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. Further local information can be found on the community website at http://www.southwellcouncil.com/.

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To comment on or object to a planning application near Southwell, 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, 120 planning applications were submitted near Southwell. Of these, 94% were approved, with an average decision time of 38 days.

The most common types were tree works (40), discharge of conditions (6), full planning applications (4).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Southwell?
In the last 24 months, 120 planning applications were submitted near Southwell. The approval rate is 94%.
How long do planning decisions take near Southwell?
The average planning decision time near Southwell is 38 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 Southwell?
The planning approval rate near Southwell is 94%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Southwell?
The most common type of planning application near Southwell is tree works applications, with 40 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Southwell?
You can search and track planning applications near Southwell on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.