How long do planning decisions take near Welham?

The average planning decision time near Welham is 48 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 Welham?

The planning approval rate near Welham is 50%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Welham?

The most common type of planning application near Welham is tree works applications, with 1 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Welham?

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Welham, Nottinghamshire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Welham, Nottinghamshire.

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About Welham

Welham is a hamlet located within the civil parish of Clarborough and Welham in the Bassetlaw district of Nottinghamshire, England. Situated 130 miles north of London and 28 miles northeast of Nottingham, it lies just 2 miles northeast of the market town of Retford, making it an area of interest for planning applications due to its proximity to larger urban centres.

District: Clarborough and Welham

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Area Information

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

Crime Statistics

9 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Crime Breakdown

violent-crime: 7
anti-social-behaviour: 1
criminal-damage-arson: 1

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Welham.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Welham based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

1 planning application found near Welham.

- Welham House Main Street Welham Nottinghamshire DN22 0SJ
Non Material Amendment to P/A 21/01643/RES (Reserved Matters Application for the Appearance, Scale, Landscaping and Layout Following P.A 20/00085/OUT for a Replacement Detached Dwelling with Ancillary
Status: Rejected | Type: Amendment | Council: Bassetlaw | Date: 2026-01-19
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A brief summary of Welham in Nottinghamshire

There were 9 crimes reported in the Welham area during the most recent period, a moderate level that is broadly in line with similar-sized settlements.

Ecology & Nature Designations

The area around Welham includes 1 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Chesterfield Canal 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 Welham

In the last 24 months, 2 planning applications were submitted near Welham. Of these, 50% were approved, with an average decision time of 48 days.

This is below the national average of approximately 87%, which may reflect stricter local policies, sensitivity of the area, or higher levels of speculative applications. Pre-application advice is particularly worthwhile near Welham.

The average decision time of 48 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Welham were tree works (1), amendments (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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