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Planning in West Retford

Approved
89%
58 of 64 decided
Decision time
about 11 weeks
on average

Applications within 1 km of the centre of West Retford in the last 24 months, from Bassetlaw District Council's planning register.

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About West Retford

West Retford, or East Retford, is a thriving market town in the Bassetlaw District of Nottinghamshire, situated on the banks of the River Idle and the Chesterfield Canal. With a population of 23,740 as of the 2021 census, it is conveniently located 26 miles east of Sheffield and 31 miles north-east of Nottingham, with the A1 road providing easy access. This strategic position makes it an attractive area for planning applications and development opportunities.

Property prices in West Retford show an average sale price of £234,135, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry.

The area around West Retford has 1 nature designation nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, West Retford 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.

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To comment on or object to a planning application near West Retford, open it in the list above: each one links to the council's own page for it and shows any comment deadline.

In the last 24 months, 85 planning applications were submitted near West Retford. Of these, 89% were approved, with an average decision time of 78 days.

The most common types were tree works (28), full planning applications (9), listed building and heritage (5).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near West Retford?
In the last 24 months, 85 planning applications were submitted near West Retford. The approval rate is 89%.
How long do planning decisions take near West Retford?
The average planning decision time near West Retford 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 West Retford?
The planning approval rate near West Retford is 89%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near West Retford?
The most common type of planning application near West Retford is tree works applications, with 28 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near West Retford?
You can search and track planning applications near West Retford on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.