How long do planning decisions take near Woodbeck?

The average planning decision time near Woodbeck is 68 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 Woodbeck?

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

What types of planning applications are most common near Woodbeck?

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

How can I track planning applications near Woodbeck?

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Woodbeck, Nottinghamshire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Woodbeck, Nottinghamshire.

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About Woodbeck

Woodbeck is a village located in the Rampton and Woodbeck civil parish of Bassetlaw district, Nottinghamshire, with a population of 1,077 as of the 2021 census. Situated in the north-east of the county, it is 125 miles north-west of London, 27 miles north-east of Nottingham, and 5 miles south-east of Retford. Notably, Woodbeck is home to Rampton Secure Hospital, one of only three high-security psychiatric hospitals in England, which may influence local planning considerations.

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £238,413 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: Bassetlaw
Parliamentary constituency: Bassetlaw
LSOA: Bassetlaw 005D

Crime Statistics

13 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Crime Breakdown

violent-crime: 9
public-order: 3
burglary: 1

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Woodbeck.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Woodbeck based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

1 planning application found near Woodbeck.

- 3 Retford Road Woodbeck Nottinghamshire DN22 0JE
Proposed Single Storey Rear and Two Storey Side Extensions, Open Canopy to Principal Entrance onto Front Elevation, Formation of Drop Kerb and New Front Driveway (amended description).
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Bassetlaw | Date: 2025-04-28
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A brief summary of Woodbeck in Nottinghamshire

Property prices in Woodbeck show an average sale price of £238,413, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry.

There were 13 crimes reported in the Woodbeck area during the most recent period, a moderate level that is broadly in line with similar-sized settlements.

Ecology & Nature Designations

The area around Woodbeck includes 2 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Ashton's Meadow SSSI, Treswell Wood SSSI; 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 Woodbeck

In the last 24 months, 2 planning applications were submitted near Woodbeck. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 68 days.

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

At 68 days on average, decisions near Woodbeck slightly exceed the 8-week statutory target for minor applications, though this is common across many councils.

The most common application types near Woodbeck were full planning applications (1), outline applications (1). Full planning applications account for 50% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

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