How long do planning decisions take near Ashlett?

The average planning decision time near Ashlett is 39 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 Ashlett?

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

What types of planning applications are most common near Ashlett?

The most common type of planning application near Ashlett is other, with 4 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Ashlett?

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Ashlett, Hampshire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Ashlett, Hampshire.

Hampshire · England · settlement

Planning applications in Ashlett are administered by New Forest District Council. View the full New Forest District Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.

About Ashlett

Ashlett is a quaint settlement located in Hampshire, within the civil parish of Fawley, at the mouth of Ashlett Creek, a tidal inlet of Southampton Water. The area is notable for its well-preserved tidal mill, accompanied by a free slipway and landing stage, attracting dinghy sailors from Southampton Water despite the creek's accessibility being limited to high tide. This charming destination blends historical significance with recreational opportunities, making it a point of interest for planning applications in the region.

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Area Information

Admin district: New Forest
Parliamentary constituency: New Forest East
LSOA: New Forest 014A

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-04.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Ashlett.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Ashlett based on the last 24 months of planning data.

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A brief summary of Ashlett in Hampshire

There were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period. This makes Ashlett a particularly low-crime area.

Ashlett has one conservation area within its boundaries: Ashlett Creek. 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 Ashlett includes 2 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Hythe to Calshot Marshes SSSI, North Solent SSSI; 2 Ancient Woodland sites; 1 Special Areas of Conservation (SAC): Solent Maritime; 2 Special Protection Areas (SPA): Solent and Dorset Coast, Solent & Southampton Water; 1 Ramsar Wetland Sites: Solent & Southampton Water; 1 National Parks: NEW FOREST. 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 Ashlett

In the last 24 months, 6 planning applications were submitted near Ashlett. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 39 days.

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

The average decision time of 39 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Ashlett were other applications (4), full planning applications (1), outline applications (1).

In terms of development scale, 1 medium-scale application, 5 smaller schemes were submitted.

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