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Planning in Alton

Approved
72%
26 of 34 decided
Decision time
about 9 weeks
on average

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Alton in the last 24 months, from East Hampshire District Council's planning register.

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About Alton

Alton is a vibrant market town and civil parish located in East Hampshire, England, situated close to the source of the northern branch of the River Wey. As of the 2021 census, it boasts a population of 19,425, making it a key area for planning applications and community development in the region. The town has a population of approximately 19,429 (2021 estimate). It sits within the East Hampshire district.

Property prices in Alton show an average sale price of £484,584, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry.

The area around Alton has 5 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Alton 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. Further local information can be found on the community website at http://www.alton.gov.uk/.

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To comment on or object to a planning application near Alton, 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, 158 planning applications were submitted near Alton. Of these, 72% were approved, with an average decision time of 63 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (25), outline applications (20), tree works (17). 2 large-scale developments were submitted during this period.

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Alton?
In the last 24 months, 158 planning applications were submitted near Alton. The approval rate is 72%.
How long do planning decisions take near Alton?
The average planning decision time near Alton is 63 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 Alton?
The planning approval rate near Alton is 72%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Alton?
The most common type of planning application near Alton is full planning applications, with 25 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Alton?
You can search and track planning applications near Alton on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.