Wootton Bridge, Isle of Wight Planning Applications
Recent planning applications near Wootton Bridge, Isle of Wight.
Isle of Wight · England · settlement
Planning applications in Wootton Bridge are administered by Isle Of Wight Council. View the full Isle Of Wight Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.
About Wootton Bridge
Wootton Bridge is a prominent village and civil parish located on the Isle of Wight, England, with historical roots dating back to around 1086. The area encompasses the settlement of Wootton and had a population of 3,447 as of the 2011 census, making it a key location for those interested in planning applications and development opportunities in the region.
Population: 3,387 (2021)
District: Isle of Wight
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Area Information
- Admin district: Isle of Wight
- Parliamentary constituency: Isle of Wight East
- LSOA: Isle of Wight 004A
Crime Statistics
0 crimes reported in 2026-05.
Flood Risk
No active flood warnings near Wootton Bridge.
Keyword Scorecard
Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Wootton Bridge.
- 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 Wootton Bridge based on the last 24 months of planning data.
Nearby Applications
4 planning applications found near Wootton Bridge.
- - Brannon Way Recycling Site Brannon Way Wootton Isle Of Wight
Oak (Quercus robur); Reduce all over by approximately 1.5m. Thin secondary growth all over by up to 15%. All lower growth to be retained. Prune to clear lighting.
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Isle of Wight | Date: 2026-01-09
View full details - - Fernhill Farm Fernhill Wootton Ryde Isle Of Wight PO33 4LL
Beech branch overhanging neighbouring property - Cut back approx 3m to boundary fence. Reason: Safety.
Status: Undecided | Type: Trees | Council: Isle of Wight | Date: 2025-10-29
View full details - - Tides Reach Kite Hill Wootton Ryde Isle Of Wight PO33 4LA
Variation of condition 2 on 21/00182/HOU to allow for corrected plans to replace previously approved plans
Status: Permitted | Type: Conditions | Council: Isle of Wight | Date: 2024-08-30
View full details - - Tides Reach Kite Hill Wootton Ryde Isle Of Wight PO33 4LA
Non-material amendment on 21/00182/HOU for alterations to windows
Status: Permitted | Type: Amendment | Council: Isle of Wight | Date: 2024-05-24
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A brief summary of Wootton Bridge in Isle of Wight
Wootton Bridge is a prominent village and civil parish located on the Isle of Wight, England, with historical roots dating back to around 1086. The area encompasses the settlement of Wootton and had a population of 3,447 as of the 2011 census, making it a key location for those interested in planning applications and development opportunities in the region. The settlement has a population of approximately 3,387 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Isle of Wight district.
There were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period. This makes Wootton Bridge a particularly low-crime area.
Wootton Bridge 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 Wootton Bridge includes 2 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Ryde Sands and Wootton Creek SSSI, Briddlesford Copses SSSI; 20 Ancient Woodland sites; 1 Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB): Isle Of Wight; 5 Special Areas of Conservation (SAC): Briddlesford Copses; 9 Special Protection Areas (SPA): Solent and Dorset Coast, Solent & Southampton Water; 8 Ramsar Wetland Sites: Solent & Southampton Water. 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, Wootton Bridge 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 Wootton Bridge
In the last 24 months, 12 planning applications were submitted near Wootton Bridge. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 65 days.
This is notably above the national average of approximately 87%, suggesting a relatively permissive planning environment. Applicants near Wootton Bridge may find that well-prepared applications have a strong chance of success.
At 65 days on average, decisions near Wootton Bridge slightly exceed the 8-week statutory target for minor applications, though this is common across many councils.
The most common application types near Wootton Bridge were tree works (5), discharge of conditions (3), full planning applications (1). The significant number of tree-related applications is typical for areas with mature tree cover or active tree preservation orders.
Nearby Towns
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- Wootton Common planning applications
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