How long do planning decisions take near Tobermore?

The average planning decision time near Tobermore is 126 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 Tobermore?

The planning approval rate near Tobermore is 100%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Tobermore?

The most common type of planning application near Tobermore is full planning applications, with 4 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Tobermore?

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Tobermore, Magherafelt Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Tobermore, Magherafelt.

Magherafelt · Northern Ireland · settlement

About Tobermore

Tobermore is a small village located in County Londonderry, Northern Ireland, approximately 2.5 miles south-south-west of Maghera and 5.5 miles north-west of Magherafelt. Predominantly Protestant, Tobermore is part of the Mid-Ulster District and falls within the civil parish of Kilcronaghan, historically associated with the barony of Loughinsholin. This information may be relevant for those researching planning applications in the area, as it highlights the village's geographical and demographic context.

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Area Information

Admin district: Mid Ulster
Parliamentary constituency: Mid Ulster
LSOA: Magherafelt_A

Crime Statistics

2 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Crime Breakdown

criminal-damage-arson: 1
violent-crime: 1

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Tobermore.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Tobermore based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

1 planning application found near Tobermore.

- 8 Fort Hill Tobermore BT45 5SE
Retention of a domestic garage and store erected
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Mid Ulster | Date: 2026-05-04
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A brief summary of Tobermore in Magherafelt

Neighbourhood safety in Tobermore is generally good, with just 2 crimes reported in the most recent period.

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Planning Activity in Tobermore

In the last 24 months, 5 planning applications were submitted near Tobermore. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 126 days.

This is notably above the national average of approximately 87%, suggesting a relatively permissive planning environment. Applicants near Tobermore may find that well-prepared applications have a strong chance of success.

With an average of 126 days, decisions near Tobermore take longer than the statutory targets. Applicants should budget for a 5-month timeline and consider pre-application discussions to avoid delays.

The most common application types near Tobermore were full planning applications (4), outline applications (1). Full planning applications account for 80% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

In terms of development scale, 4 medium-scale applications, 1 smaller scheme were submitted.

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