How long do planning decisions take near Watnall?

The average planning decision time near Watnall is 38 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 Watnall?

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

What types of planning applications are most common near Watnall?

The most common type of planning application near Watnall is discharge of conditions, with 10 submissions in the last 24 months.

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Watnall, Nottinghamshire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Watnall, Nottinghamshire.

Nottinghamshire · England · settlement

Planning applications in Watnall are administered by Broxtowe Borough Council. View the full Broxtowe Borough Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.

About Watnall

Watnall, located in the Borough of Broxtowe, Nottinghamshire, is a small village within the Greasley civil parish, just a mile north of Kimberley. It falls under the Nuthall West and Greasley (Watnall) ward of Broxtowe Council and is closely connected to the neighbouring village of Nuthall. The area is home to various businesses, including British Bakeries and several industrial design firms, as well as the Nottingham Meteorological Centre. Additionally, Watnall features historical remnants such as the gate piers and fragments of the former Watnall Hall, along with three World War II bunkers that once supported RAF Fighter Command operations in the Midlands.

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Area Information

Admin district: Broxtowe
Parliamentary constituency: Nottingham North and Kimberley
LSOA: Broxtowe 004B

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-05.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Watnall.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Watnall based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

8 planning applications found near Watnall.

26/00392/TPOW · Received: Fri 12 Jun 2026 · Validated: Fri 12 Jun 2026 - 57 Holly Road Watnall Nottinghamshire NG16 1HP
Removal of overhanging branches on TPO/WAT/09 to retain shape and balance of the tree
Status: Undecided | Council: Broxtowe | Date: 2026-06-12
- 57 Holly Road Watnall Nottinghamshire NG16 1HP
Removal of overhanging branches on TPO/WAT/09 to retain shape and balance of the tree
Status: Undecided | Type: Trees | Council: Broxtowe | Date: 2026-06-12
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- Chilton Drive Watnall Nottinghamshire
Discharge of condition 9 of planning permission 22/00721/REG3 - Acoustic report
Status: Conditions | Type: Conditions | Council: Broxtowe | Date: 2025-09-23
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- 2E Chilton Drive Watnall Nottinghamshire NG16 1HL
1 x red maple (TPO/WAT/06/T1) - prune
Status: Undecided | Type: Trees | Council: Broxtowe | Date: 2025-09-01
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- Chilton Drive Watnall Nottinghamshire
Discharge of conditions 3 & 6 of planning permission 22/00721/REG3
Status: Permitted | Type: Conditions | Council: Broxtowe | Date: 2025-05-21
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- Garages Off Chilton Drive Watnall Nottinghamshire
Discharge of conditions 4 & 7 of planning permission 22/00566/REG3
Status: Permitted | Type: Conditions | Council: Broxtowe | Date: 2025-05-21
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- 65 Newdigate Road Watnall Nottinghamshire NG16 1HN
Condition 4 of planning application 24/00201/FUL
Status: Conditions | Type: Conditions | Council: Broxtowe | Date: 2025-04-25
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- 14 Fleming Close Watnall Nottinghamshire NG16 1JY
Single storey side & rear extensions including associated internal and external alterations & external flue
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Broxtowe | Date: 2025-03-17
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A brief summary of Watnall in Nottinghamshire

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

Watnall has 2 conservation areas within its boundaries: Nuthall, Kimberley. 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 Watnall includes 2 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Kimberley Railway Cutting SSSI, Sledder Wood Meadows SSSI. 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 Watnall

In the last 24 months, 32 planning applications were submitted near Watnall. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 38 days.

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

The average decision time of 38 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Watnall were discharge of conditions (10), tree works (5), outline applications (2).

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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