Barton on Sea, Hampshire Planning Applications
Recent planning applications near Barton on Sea, Hampshire.
Hampshire · England · settlement
About Barton on Sea
Barton on Sea is a picturesque cliff-top village within the New Forest district of Hampshire, England, located just south of New Milton. With roots traceable to Anglo-Saxon times, it is renowned for its rich fossil beds and robust sea defences that protect against coastal erosion. The village is particularly popular among retirees, with around 36% of its population of 6,849 being retired, making it an appealing area for planning applications related to residential development and community services.
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Town Insights
Property Prices
Average property sale price: £370,816 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).
Area Information
- Admin district: New Forest
- Parliamentary constituency: New Forest West
- LSOA: New Forest 018B
Crime Statistics
47 crimes reported in 2026-03.
Crime Breakdown
- violent-crime: 16
- shoplifting: 10
- anti-social-behaviour: 4
- drugs: 4
- vehicle-crime: 4
- burglary: 2
- criminal-damage-arson: 2
- public-order: 2
- other-crime: 2
- possession-of-weapons: 1
Flood Risk
No active flood warnings near Barton on Sea.
Keyword Scorecard
Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Barton on Sea.
- 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 Barton on Sea based on the last 24 months of planning data.
Nearby Applications
37 planning applications found near Barton on Sea.
- - 23 SEAFIELD CLOSE, BARTON-ON-SEA, NEW MILTON BH25 7HR
Detached Garage
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: New Forest (District) | Date: 2026-04-21
View full details - 26/10387 - 23 SEAFIELD CLOSE, BARTON-ON-SEA, NEW MILTON BH25 7HR
Detached Garage
Status: Undecided | Council: New Forest | Date: 2026-04-21 - 26/10311 - 124 BARTON DRIVE, BARTON-ON-SEA, NEW MILTON BH25 7JL
Apply render to south and west elevations of dwelling (currently brick finish)
Status: Undecided | Council: New Forest | Date: 2026-04-13 - - 124 BARTON DRIVE, BARTON-ON-SEA, NEW MILTON BH25 7JL
Apply render to south and west elevations of dwelling (currently brick finish)
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: New Forest (District) | Date: 2026-03-30
View full details - 26/10262 - 46 BARTON COURT AVENUE, BARTON-ON-SEA, NEW MILTON BH25 7HG
Rear two storey and single-storey extension
Status: Undecided | Council: New Forest | Date: 2026-03-17 - 26/10261 - 30 SEAWARD AVENUE, BARTON-ON-SEA, NEW MILTON BH25 7HP
Single-storey rear extension
Status: Undecided | Council: New Forest | Date: 2026-03-16 - - 46 BARTON COURT AVENUE, BARTON-ON-SEA, NEW MILTON BH25 7HG
Rear two storey and single-storey extension
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: New Forest (District) | Date: 2026-03-16
View full details - - 30 SEAWARD AVENUE, BARTON-ON-SEA, NEW MILTON BH25 7HP
Single-storey rear extension
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: New Forest (District) | Date: 2026-03-13
View full details - - LANCASTRIA, 5 FIRST MARINE AVENUE, BARTON-ON-SEA, NEW MILTON BH25 7DP
Single-storey rear extension, hip to gable roof at the rear, dormer to the side and extension of roof over the existing garage to facilitate creation of first floor; outbuilding for use in connection
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: New Forest (District) | Date: 2026-02-23
View full details - - 2 FAIRFIELD ROAD, BARTON-ON-SEA, NEW MILTON BH25 7NL
Replacement garage with sun room link extension; Removal of existing pre-fabricated double garage; Repositioning of front boundary fence, gate and front path.
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: New Forest (District) | Date: 2026-02-23
View full details - - CAR SALESROOM, 2-4 SEA ROAD, BARTON-ON-SEA, NEW MILTON BH25 7NE
Demolition of existing building; Replacement 3 storey building comprising a convenience store at ground floor (Use Class E) and 9 residential units, with associated parking, cycle / refuse stores, alo
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: New Forest (District) | Date: 2026-02-18
View full details - - 9 WHITE HORSES, MARINE DRIVE, BARTON-ON-SEA, NEW MILTON BH25 7EQ
Demolition of existing conservatory and car port. Addition of rear and side extension & erect detached garden room .
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: New Forest (District) | Date: 2026-02-03
View full details - - 55 BARTON COURT AVENUE, BARTON-ON-SEA, NEW MILTON BH25 7ET
Front two-storey bay extension; front porch; rear bay extension; pitched roof over side bay; chimney stack; replace roof tiles; fenestration alterations and raised patio
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: New Forest (District) | Date: 2026-01-27
View full details - - 13 WHITE HORSES, MARINE DRIVE, BARTON-ON-SEA, NEW MILTON BH25 7EQ
Front balcony and rear single-storey extension
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: New Forest (District) | Date: 2026-01-26
View full details - - 18 SEAFIELD ROAD, BARTON-ON-SEA, NEW MILTON BH25 7JS
Roof alterations including roof lights to facilitate creation of first floor (Lawful Development Certificate that permission is not required for proposal)
Status: Permitted | Type: Outline | Council: New Forest (District) | Date: 2026-01-21
View full details - - CEBREE AYR, 9 CHRISTCHURCH BAY ROAD, BARTON-ON-SEA, NEW MILTON BH25 7NU
Single-storey rear extension
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: New Forest (District) | Date: 2026-01-13
View full details - - 104 BARTON DRIVE, BARTON-ON-SEA, NEW MILTON BH25 7JL
Proposed single-storey side and rear extension; removal of existing garage.
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: New Forest (District) | Date: 2026-01-08
View full details - - 38 BARTON COURT AVENUE, BARTON-ON-SEA, NEW MILTON BH25 7HG
Use of garage as games/hobby room (Lawful Development Certificate that permission is not required for proposal)
Status: Conditions | Type: Outline | Council: New Forest (District) | Date: 2025-12-10
View full details - - 38 SEAWARD AVENUE, BARTON-ON-SEA, NEW MILTON BH25 7HP
New roof with gable ends in association with creation of first floor accommodation; Juliet balcony and roof lights
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: New Forest (District) | Date: 2025-12-10
View full details - - 36 SEAFIELD ROAD, BARTON-ON-SEA, NEW MILTON BH25 7JS
Single-storey rear and side extension to create an attached ancillary annexe, widen dropped kerb access, demolition of conservatory and garage
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: New Forest (District) | Date: 2025-11-12
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A brief summary of Barton on Sea in Hampshire
Barton on Sea is a picturesque cliff-top village within the New Forest district of Hampshire, England, located just south of New Milton. With roots traceable to Anglo-Saxon times, it is renowned for its rich fossil beds and robust sea defences that protect against coastal erosion. The village is particularly popular among retirees, with around 36% of its population of 6,849 being retired, making it an appealing area for planning applications related to residential development and community services.
Property prices in Barton on Sea show an average sale price of £370,816, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry.
The Barton on Sea area recorded 47 crimes in the most recent reporting period. As with any urban or suburban area, prospective residents may wish to review the detailed crime breakdown for further context.
Barton on Sea has one conservation area within its boundaries: Old Milton Green. 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 Barton on Sea includes 1 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Highcliffe to Milford Cliffs SSSI; 1 Special Protection Areas (SPA): Solent and Dorset Coast. 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, Barton on Sea 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 Barton on Sea
In the last 24 months, 56 planning applications were submitted near Barton on Sea. Of these, 50% were approved, with an average decision time of 55 days.
This is below the national average of approximately 87%, which may reflect stricter local policies, sensitivity of the area, or higher levels of speculative applications. Pre-application advice is particularly worthwhile near Barton on Sea.
The average decision time of 55 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.
The most common application types near Barton on Sea were full planning applications (37), outline applications (6), discharge of conditions (1). Full planning applications account for 66% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.
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Related Planning Guides
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- What Is Permitted Development? — Permitted development rights allow certain building works and changes of use without the need to apply for planning permission.
- How Long Does Planning Permission Take? — Typical timelines for planning permission decisions in the UK, from submission to approval, and what can cause delays.