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Planning in Steephill

Approved
85%
40 of 43 decided
Decision time
about 7 weeks
on average

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Steephill in the last 24 months, from Isle of Wight Council's planning register.

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About Steephill

Steephill is a hamlet located near Ventnor on the Isle of Wight, England. Once home to the Victorian Steephill Castle, a grand mansion that was later demolished in the 1960s, the area has since transitioned into a suburban development. This evolution presents a unique landscape for planning applications, reflecting a blend of historical charm and modern residential needs.

Property prices in Steephill show an average sale price of £302,790, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry.

In terms of safety, there were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period (May 2026). This makes Steephill a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Steephill has 9 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Steephill 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.

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To comment on or object to a planning application near Steephill, 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, 55 planning applications were submitted near Steephill. Of these, 85% were approved, with an average decision time of 51 days.

The most common types were tree works (11), full planning applications (4), outline applications (1).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Steephill?
In the last 24 months, 55 planning applications were submitted near Steephill. The approval rate is 85%.
How long do planning decisions take near Steephill?
The average planning decision time near Steephill is 51 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 Steephill?
The planning approval rate near Steephill is 85%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Steephill?
The most common type of planning application near Steephill is tree works applications, with 11 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Steephill?
You can search and track planning applications near Steephill on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.