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Planning in Sutton In Ashfield

Approved
89%
92 of 102 decided
Decision time
about 8 weeks
on average

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Sutton In Ashfield in the last 24 months, from Ashfield District Council's planning register.

Decided by Ashfield District CouncilCouncil page

Around Sutton In Ashfield

Postcode districts

NG17 370 applications in the last 12 monthsDE55 208 applications in the last 12 monthsNG16 322 applications in the last 12 months

Applications in each district in the last 12 months.

Planning authority: Ashfield District Council

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About Sutton In Ashfield

Sutton-in-Ashfield is a vibrant market town in Nottinghamshire, England, boasting a population of 36,404 as of 2021. As the largest town in the Ashfield district, it is strategically located just four miles west of Mansfield, two miles from the Derbyshire border, and 12 miles north of Nottingham, making it a key area for planning applications and development opportunities.

Property prices in Sutton In Ashfield show an average sale price of £167,392, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Sutton In Ashfield 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 Sutton In Ashfield 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, Sutton In Ashfield 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 Sutton In Ashfield, 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, 153 planning applications were submitted near Sutton In Ashfield. Of these, 89% were approved, with an average decision time of 53 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (62), advertising consent (12), outline applications (11). 3 large-scale developments were 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 Sutton In Ashfield?
In the last 24 months, 153 planning applications were submitted near Sutton In Ashfield. The approval rate is 89%.
How long do planning decisions take near Sutton In Ashfield?
The average planning decision time near Sutton In Ashfield is 53 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 Sutton In Ashfield?
The planning approval rate near Sutton In Ashfield is 89%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Sutton In Ashfield?
The most common type of planning application near Sutton In Ashfield is full planning applications, with 62 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Sutton In Ashfield?
You can search and track planning applications near Sutton In Ashfield on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.