How long do planning decisions take near Upper Bonchurch?

The average planning decision time near Upper Bonchurch is 52 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 Upper Bonchurch?

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

What types of planning applications are most common near Upper Bonchurch?

The most common type of planning application near Upper Bonchurch is tree works applications, with 15 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Upper Bonchurch?

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Upper Bonchurch, Isle of Wight Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Upper Bonchurch, Isle of Wight.

Isle of Wight · England · settlement

Planning applications in Upper Bonchurch are administered by Isle Of Wight Council. View the full Isle Of Wight Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.

About Upper Bonchurch

Upper Bonchurch is a historic village located within the civil parish of Ventnor on the southern coast of the Isle of Wight. Nestled on the clifftop of St Boniface Down, it offers a scenic overview and is closely linked to the larger town of Ventnor through suburban development. The area is notable for its proximity to the Bonchurch Landslips Site of Special Scientific Interest, making it a unique location for those considering planning applications in this picturesque part of the island.

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £303,529 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: Isle of Wight
Parliamentary constituency: Isle of Wight West
LSOA: Isle of Wight 017B

Crime Statistics

22 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Crime Breakdown

violent-crime: 11
anti-social-behaviour: 3
shoplifting: 3
burglary: 2
criminal-damage-arson: 1
other-theft: 1
public-order: 1

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Upper Bonchurch.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Upper Bonchurch based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

14 planning applications found near Upper Bonchurch.

- Woodlynch Shore Road Ventnor Isle Of Wight PO38 1RF
T1; Horse Chestnut - Repollard to previous pollard points. T2; Sycamore - Repollard to previous pollard points. Reason: Trees have outgrown site.
Status: Undecided | Type: Trees | Council: Isle of Wight | Date: 2026-06-02
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26/00679/DIS - Pitts Keep The Pitts Ventnor Isle Of Wight PO38 1NT
Condition compliance application on 25/01578/RVC relating to condition 3 (Arboreal Method Statement) to be discharged
Status: Undecided | Council: Isle of Wight | Date: 2026-05-20
- Pitts Keep The Pitts Ventnor Isle Of Wight PO38 1NT
Condition compliance application on 25/01578/RVC relating to condition 3 (Arboreal Method Statement) to be discharged
Status: Undecided | Type: Conditions | Council: Isle of Wight | Date: 2026-05-20
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26/00660/TW - Pulpit Rock The Pitts Ventnor Isle Of Wight PO38 1NT
T1; Beech - Raise crown over driveway up to 4m in height and reduce spread over driveway by circe 2m by removing selected secondary branches back to large growth positions. Reason: To reduce future nu
Status: Undecided | Council: Isle of Wight | Date: 2026-05-18
- Pulpit Rock The Pitts Ventnor Isle Of Wight PO38 1NT
T1; Beech - Raise crown over driveway up to 4m in height and reduce spread over driveway by circe 2m by removing selected secondary branches back to large growth positions. Reason: To reduce future nu
Status: Undecided | Type: Trees | Council: Isle of Wight | Date: 2026-05-18
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- Flat 1 Thorn Cliffe The Pitts Ventnor Isle Of Wight PO38 1NT
Lawful Development Certificate for proposed use of ground and first floors as single residential dwelling
Status: Undecided | Type: Outline | Council: Isle of Wight | Date: 2026-04-20
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- Thorn Cliffe The Pitts Ventnor Isle Of Wight PO38 1NT
Amendment to proposed works 29.04.2026: This application includes trees covered by TPO and Conservation Area: T1; Cherry - Remove tree and stump. Reason: Fungal Infection. T2; Yew - Reduce crown sprea
Status: Unresolved | Type: Trees | Council: Isle of Wight | Date: 2026-03-12
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- Cliff Cottage The Pitts Ventnor Isle Of Wight PO38 1NT
T2; Copper norway maple (Acer platanoides schwedleri) - Prune side branches to gain better shape (as per photo). T3; White poplar (Poplarus alba) - Reduce crown by 15% to gain better form (as per phot
Status: Undecided | Type: Trees | Council: Isle of Wight | Date: 2026-03-04
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- Cliff Cottage The Pitts Ventnor Isle Of Wight PO38 1NT
T1; Tulip tree (Liriodendron tulipifera) - All over crown reduction by up to 1.5m (see photo). Reason: Good arboricultural practice.
Status: Undecided | Type: Trees | Council: Isle of Wight | Date: 2026-03-04
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- The Croft Bonchurch Village Road Ventnor Isle Of Wight PO38 1RG
Variation of conditions 2, 3, 4 and 5 on P/00397/12 to regularise the amendments to the approved scheme which have been implemented on site and for alterations to approved two storey side extension
Status: Permitted | Type: Conditions | Council: Isle of Wight | Date: 2026-03-02
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- Woodland Cottage Bonchurch Village Road Ventnor Isle Of Wight PO38 1RG
Amendment to proposed works (received 13.03.2026): T1; Sycamore (Acer pseudoplatanus) - Reduce height and overall canopies by approximately 30% (as in photo B) to include a reduction of encroachment t
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Isle of Wight | Date: 2026-02-17
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- The East Dene Centre Bonchurch Village Road Ventnor Isle Of Wight PO38 1RQ
Listed Building Consent for Reinstatement of gates to existing piers, installation of a footbridge and associated works
Status: Permitted | Type: Heritage | Council: Isle of Wight | Date: 2025-10-24
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- 89 Leeson Road Ventnor Isle Of Wight PO38 1PU
Proposed single storey extension with hipped roof at east end of dwelling; construction of stone-faced retaining wall; reinstatement of path, low stone wall and handrailing to rear of dwelling
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Isle of Wight | Date: 2024-05-27
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- Thorn Cliffe The Pitts Ventnor Isle Of Wight PO38 1NT
T1; Yew - Reduce crown by around 30% to reshape.
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Isle of Wight | Date: 2023-12-21
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A brief summary of Upper Bonchurch in Isle of Wight

Property prices in Upper Bonchurch show an average sale price of £303,529, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry.

The Upper Bonchurch area recorded 22 crimes in the most recent reporting period. As with any urban or suburban area, prospective residents may wish to review the detailed crime breakdown for further context.

Upper Bonchurch has one conservation area within its boundaries: No data available for publication by HE. Planning applications within or near this conservation area 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 Upper Bonchurch includes 3 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Greatwood and Cliff Copses SSSI, Ventnor Downs SSSI, Bonchurch Landslips SSSI; 6 Ancient Woodland sites; 1 Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB): Isle Of Wight; 2 Special Areas of Conservation (SAC): South Wight Maritime, Isle of Wight Downs. 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 Upper Bonchurch

In the last 24 months, 27 planning applications were submitted near Upper Bonchurch. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 52 days.

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

The average decision time of 52 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Upper Bonchurch were tree works (15), discharge of conditions (2), full planning applications (1). The significant number of tree-related applications is typical for areas with mature tree cover or active tree preservation orders.

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