Southwell planning approval rate
Southwell ward in Newark & Sherwood has a 89.1% approval rate based on 1,554 planning decisions. Newark & Sherwood overall: 88.0%.
Last updated: August 2026
89.1%
ward approval rate
1,554
Decisions
1,385
Approved
169
Refused
88.0%
Newark & Sherwood average
Southwell is broadly in line with the Newark & Sherwood average, neither notably strict nor notably permissive.
How Southwell compares
Southwell ward
89.1%
Newark & Sherwood overall
88.0%
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Recent decisions in Southwell
Raise roof to facilitate correct pitch for reclaimed pantiles. Remove window to · Wed 12 Aug 2026
Removal of timber stud walls and suspended floor. · Mon 03 Aug 2026
Change of use from Class E to C1 (hotel/serviced accommodation) and new windows · Fri 31 Jul 2026
Demolish existing conservatory and erection of orangery. · Tue 28 Jul 2026
A willow tree that has previously been felled has an extension branch which has · Thu 16 Jul 2026
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