How long do planning decisions take near Walesby?

The average planning decision time near Walesby is 78 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 Walesby?

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

What types of planning applications are most common near Walesby?

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

How can I track planning applications near Walesby?

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Walesby, Nottinghamshire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Walesby, Nottinghamshire.

Nottinghamshire · England · settlement

Planning applications in Walesby are administered by Newark And Sherwood District Council. View the full Newark And Sherwood District Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.

About Walesby

Walesby is a charming village and civil parish in Nottinghamshire, England, situated 16 miles north of Newark. With a population of 1,218 as of the 2021 census, the village offers a close-knit community atmosphere. Notably, the parish church of St Edmund, designed in the Perpendicular style, adds historical significance to the area, making it a point of interest for potential planning applications and developments.

Population: 1,218 (2021)

District: Newark and Sherwood

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Area Information

Admin district: Bassetlaw
Parliamentary constituency: Newark
LSOA: Bassetlaw 015E

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-05.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Walesby.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Walesby based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

7 planning applications found near Walesby.

26/00885/HOUSE - 5 New Hill Walesby NG22 9PB
Erection of a single storey rear house extension.
Status: Undecided | Council: Newark and Sherwood | Date: 2026-06-15
- 9 Kennedy Rise Walesby NG22 9NN
Single storey rear/side extension.
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Newark and Sherwood | Date: 2025-11-19
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- New Haven New Hill Walesby NG22 9PB
Renovation and extension of existing bungalow to form one-and-a-half-storey dwelling and single-storey side extension including partial rendering.
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Newark and Sherwood | Date: 2025-09-23
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- Willoughby Lodge Green Lane Walesby NG22 9PA
T1 - Leylandii - fell T2 - Hazel - Current height 14m, Width 11m. Crown thinning by 10% to remove dying and crossed branches Crown reduction by 15%. Intended final height of 11m and spread 8m to provi
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Newark and Sherwood | Date: 2025-09-01
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- Derwent Cottage Central Avenue Walesby NG22 9NR
Rear infill flat roof extension and associated external works
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Newark and Sherwood | Date: 2025-05-28
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- St Edmunds Grange Green Lane Walesby NG22 9PA
Undertake works to trees protected by TPO N137 and identified as part of G1: G1 Cut back to centre of hedge G1 West to East on the West side overhang Orchard House. Crown lift to approximately 1-2m ov
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Newark and Sherwood | Date: 2023-08-04
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- Walesby C of E Primary School, New Hill, Walesby, Newark, NG22 9PB
Planning application to retain existing modular classrooms know as Building 2 and 3 and ancillary access ramps /steps and associated landscape works for a further 5 years.
Status: Permitted | Type: Other | Council: Nottinghamshire | Date: 2023-07-20
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A brief summary of Walesby in Nottinghamshire

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

Walesby has 2 conservation areas within its boundaries: Kirton, Walesby. 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 Walesby includes 1 Ancient Woodland site. 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 Walesby

In the last 24 months, 6 planning applications were submitted near Walesby. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 78 days.

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

The average decision period of 78 days exceeds the 8-week target for minor applications but falls within the 13-week target for major schemes. Applicants should plan for approximately 12 weeks from submission to decision.

The most common application types near Walesby were full planning applications (4), tree works (1). Full planning applications account for 67% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

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