Wellow, Isle of Wight Planning Applications
Recent planning applications near Wellow, Isle of Wight.
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Planning applications in Wellow are administered by Isle Of Wight Council. View the full Isle Of Wight Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.
About Wellow
Wellow is a charming village situated in the civil parish of Shalfleet on the Isle of Wight, approximately two miles east of Yarmouth. Known for its rural character, Wellow features a small chapel, a post office, a vineyard, and several farms like Mattingley and Manor Farm. Notably, the village has been the focus of recent planning discussions, including a rejected proposal for a wind farm following a significant protest campaign. The Hamstead Trail also runs through the area, enhancing its appeal for outdoor enthusiasts.
District: Shalfleet
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Town Insights
Property Prices
Average property sale price: £408,183 (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 012E
Crime Statistics
0 crimes reported in 2026-05.
Keyword Scorecard
Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Wellow.
- 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 Wellow based on the last 24 months of planning data.
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A brief summary of Wellow in Isle of Wight
Wellow is a charming village situated in the civil parish of Shalfleet on the Isle of Wight, approximately two miles east of Yarmouth. Known for its rural character, Wellow features a small chapel, a post office, a vineyard, and several farms like Mattingley and Manor Farm. Notably, the village has been the focus of recent planning discussions, including a rejected proposal for a wind farm following a significant protest campaign. The Hamstead Trail also runs through the area, enhancing its appeal for outdoor enthusiasts. It sits within the Shalfleet district.
Property prices in Wellow show an average sale price of £408,183, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry.
There were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period. This makes Wellow a particularly low-crime area.
Wellow 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 Wellow includes 2 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Bouldnor and Hamstead Cliffs SSSI, Cranmore SSSI; 11 Ancient Woodland sites; 1 Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB): Isle Of Wight; 1 Special Areas of Conservation (SAC): Solent Maritime; 1 Special Protection Areas (SPA): Solent and Dorset Coast. These designations may affect planning decisions, as proposals near protected sites require environmental impact assessment and may face additional restrictions.
For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Wellow 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.
Planning Activity in Wellow
In the last 24 months, 1 planning applications were submitted near Wellow.
The most common application types near Wellow were outline applications (1).
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Related Planning Guides
- What Is Planning Permission in the UK? — Planning permission is the formal approval you need from your local council before making certain changes to a building or piece of land.
- What Is Permitted Development? — Permitted development rights allow certain building works and changes of use without the need to apply for planning permission.
- How Long Does Planning Permission Take? — Typical timelines for planning permission decisions in the UK, from submission to approval, and what can cause delays.