How long do planning decisions take near Swingate?

The average planning decision time near Swingate is 42 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 Swingate?

The planning approval rate near Swingate is 75%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Swingate?

The most common type of planning application near Swingate is discharge of conditions, with 7 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Swingate?

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Swingate, Nottinghamshire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Swingate, Nottinghamshire.

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About Swingate

Swingate is a quaint village located in Kimberley, Nottinghamshire, nestled between Babbington and the Borough of Broxtowe. Its small size and community-focused atmosphere make it a unique area for potential planning applications, offering opportunities for rural development within a charming local setting.

District: Kimberley

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Area Information

Admin district: Amber Valley
Parliamentary constituency: Amber Valley
LSOA: Amber Valley 017C

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Swingate.

Keyword Scorecard

Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Swingate.

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 Swingate based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

5 planning applications found near Swingate.

- Sainsbury's Greens Lane Kimberley Nottinghamshire NG16 2LY
Display of various illuminated and non-illuminated, non-reflective, printed vinyl fascia signs on external pod.
Status: Conditions | Type: Advertising | Council: Broxtowe | Date: 2025-09-26
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- 2 The Sidings Kimberley Nottinghamshire NG16 2WR
Remove Ash in rear garden
Status: Conditions | Type: Trees | Council: Broxtowe | Date: 2025-06-06
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- 80 Nottingham Road Kimberley Nottinghamshire NG16 2NA
Two Laurel Bushes - Removal
Status: Withdrawn | Type: Trees | Council: Broxtowe | Date: 2025-04-28
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- 99 Kimberley Road Nuthall Nottinghamshire NG16 1DD
Certificate of Proposed Lawfulness for change of use from C3 dwelling to C2 residential institution
Status: Permitted | Type: Outline | Council: Broxtowe | Date: 2024-12-02
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- 24 Coronation Road Nuthall Nottinghamshire NG16 1EP
Variation of conditions 2 & 3 of planning permission 22/00679/FUL - change of materials as shown on Amended Elevations (Drawing Number: 2205_Webster_AD102, Revision: D) received by the Local Planning
Status: Conditions | Type: Conditions | Council: Broxtowe | Date: 2024-04-18
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A brief summary of Swingate in Nottinghamshire

There were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period. This makes Swingate a particularly low-crime area.

Swingate has 3 conservation areas within its boundaries: Nuthall, Kimberley, Strelley. Planning applications within or near these conservation areas 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.

Ecology & Nature Designations

The area around Swingate includes 1 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Kimberley Railway Cutting SSSI; 3 Ancient Woodland sites. These designations may affect planning decisions, as proposals near protected sites require environmental impact assessment and may face additional restrictions.

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Planning Activity in Swingate

In the last 24 months, 23 planning applications were submitted near Swingate. Of these, 75% were approved, with an average decision time of 42 days.

This is below the national average of approximately 87%, which may reflect stricter local policies, sensitivity of the area, or higher levels of speculative applications. Pre-application advice is particularly worthwhile near Swingate.

The average decision time of 42 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Swingate were discharge of conditions (7), tree works (6), full planning applications (4).

1 planning appeal was lodged, of which 0 were allowed and 1 was dismissed (0% success rate). This low success rate indicates that the council's refusal decisions are generally upheld by the Planning Inspectorate.

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