Barton on Sea, Hampshire Planning Applications
Recent planning applications near Barton on Sea, Hampshire.
Hampshire · England · settlement
Planning applications in Barton on Sea are administered by New Forest District Council. View the full New Forest District Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.
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: £458,380 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).
Area Information
- Admin district: New Forest
- Parliamentary constituency: New Forest West
- LSOA: New Forest 022A
Crime Statistics
0 crimes reported in 2026-05.
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
53 planning applications found near Barton on Sea.
- - 4 WOODLANDS ROAD, BARTON-ON-SEA, NEW MILTON BH25 7NR
Single-storey side and rear extensions; demolish existing conservatory & side additions; extension to dormer window, front porch and outbuilding
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: New Forest (District) | Date: 2026-07-07
View full details - 26/10633 - 4 WOODLANDS ROAD, BARTON-ON-SEA, NEW MILTON BH25 7NR
Single-storey side and rear extensions; demolish existing conservatory & side additions; extensio...
Status: Undecided | Council: New Forest | Date: 2026-07-07 - - 9 WHITE HORSES, MARINE DRIVE, BARTON-ON-SEA, NEW MILTON BH25 7EQ
Two-storey & single-storey rear extension, removal of existing conservatory
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: New Forest (District) | Date: 2026-06-26
View full details - 26/10601 - 9 WHITE HORSES, MARINE DRIVE, BARTON-ON-SEA, NEW MILTON BH25 7EQ
Two-storey & single-storey rear extension, removal of existing conservatory
Status: Undecided | Council: New Forest | Date: 2026-06-26 - - 81 BARTON DRIVE, BARTON-ON-SEA, NEW MILTON BH25 7JH
Single-storey rear extension, cladding to front elevation. Outbuilding for use as garden studio
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: New Forest (District) | Date: 2026-06-23
View full details - 26/10585 - 81 BARTON DRIVE, BARTON-ON-SEA, NEW MILTON BH25 7JH
Single-storey rear extension, cladding to front elevation. Outbuilding for use as garden studio
Status: Undecided | Council: New Forest | Date: 2026-06-23 - 26/10560 - 43 KEYSWORTH AVENUE, BARTON-ON-SEA, NEW MILTON BH25 7HZ
Proposed side and rear extensions; materials to match existing (Lawful Development Certificate th...
Status: Undecided | Council: New Forest | Date: 2026-06-17 - - 43 KEYSWORTH AVENUE, BARTON-ON-SEA, NEW MILTON BH25 7HZ
Proposed side and rear extensions; materials to match existing (Lawful Development Certificate that permission is not required for proposal)
Status: Undecided | Type: Outline | Council: New Forest (District) | Date: 2026-06-17
View full details - 26/10505 - 33 SEAWARD AVENUE, BARTON-ON-SEA, NEW MILTON BH25 7HN
Increase height of existing brick piers to front (North facing) garden wall to 1.95m and install ...
Status: Undecided | Council: New Forest | Date: 2026-05-28 - - 33 SEAWARD AVENUE, BARTON-ON-SEA, NEW MILTON BH25 7HN
Increase height of existing brick piers to front (North facing) garden wall to 1.95m and install infil panels between piers; enlarge width of driveway access and install sliding electric gate.
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: New Forest (District) | Date: 2026-05-27
View full details - 26/10484 - 78A BARTON LANE, BARTON-ON-SEA, NEW MILTON BH25 7PW
Extension of rear dormer (Lawful Development Certificate that permission is not required for prop...
Status: Undecided | Council: New Forest | Date: 2026-05-26 - 26/10464 - 33 SEAWARD AVENUE, BARTON-ON-SEA, NEW MILTON BH25 7HN
Front and side extensions; roof alterations including roof lights to facilitate creation of first...
Status: Undecided | Council: New Forest | Date: 2026-05-21 - - 33 SEAWARD AVENUE, BARTON-ON-SEA, NEW MILTON BH25 7HN
Front and side extensions; roof alterations including roof lights to facilitate creation of first floor; ev charging point to side elevation and air source heat pump on flat roof; fenestration alterat
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: New Forest (District) | Date: 2026-05-18
View full details - 26/10416 - 22 SEACROFT AVENUE, BARTON-ON-SEA, NEW MILTON BH25 7NY
Outbuilding/summerhouse; boundary gate
Status: Undecided | Council: New Forest | Date: 2026-05-05 - - 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
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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 £458,380, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry.
There were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period. This makes Barton on Sea a particularly low-crime area.
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, 79 planning applications were submitted near Barton on Sea. Of these, 50% were approved, with an average decision time of 58 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.
At 58 days on average, decisions near Barton on Sea slightly exceed the 8-week statutory target for minor applications, though this is common across many councils.
The most common application types near Barton on Sea were full planning applications (45), outline applications (10), discharge of conditions (1). Full planning applications account for 57% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.
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Related Planning Guides
- What Is Planning Permission in the UK? — Planning permission is the formal approval you need from your local council before making certain changes to a building or piece of land.
- 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.