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Planning in Underwood

Approved
57%
12 of 18 decided
Decision time
about 11 weeks
on average

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

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About Underwood

Underwood is a picturesque hilltop village in the civil parish of Selston, Nottinghamshire, with a population of 2,953 as recorded in the 2011 Census. Nestled in the former coal mining region of the Hidden Valleys, it offers stunning views of the Erewash Valley and the Southern Pennines. Conveniently located near junction 27 of the M1, Underwood is bordered by Bagthorpe, Selston, Brinsley, and Moorgreen, providing easy access to local amenities and attractions, including the gardens of Felley Priory. The settlement has a population of approximately 2,953. It sits within the Selston district.

The area around Underwood has 6 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

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

To comment on or object to a planning application near Underwood, 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, 30 planning applications were submitted near Underwood. Of these, 57% were approved, with an average decision time of 74 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (15), outline applications (3), tree works (2).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Underwood?
In the last 24 months, 30 planning applications were submitted near Underwood. The approval rate is 57%.
How long do planning decisions take near Underwood?
The average planning decision time near Underwood is 74 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 Underwood?
The planning approval rate near Underwood is 57%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Underwood?
The most common type of planning application near Underwood is full planning applications, with 15 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Underwood?
You can search and track planning applications near Underwood on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.