How long do planning decisions take near Bassett Green?

The average planning decision time near Bassett Green is 45 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 Bassett Green?

The planning approval rate near Bassett Green is 75%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Bassett Green?

The most common type of planning application near Bassett Green is tree works applications, with 13 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Bassett Green?

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Bassett Green, Hampshire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Bassett Green, Hampshire.

Hampshire · England · settlement

Planning applications in Bassett Green are administered by Southampton City Council. View the full Southampton City Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.

About Bassett Green

Bassett Green is a suburban area in Southampton, Hampshire, evolving from the historic village of Basset. The predominantly residential neighbourhood features a mix of Herbert Collins-designed homes and council estates, including the Flowers Estate and Leaside Way Estate. Key amenities include a community centre, Bassett Green Primary School, and Southampton Crematorium, alongside several halls of residence for the University of Southampton, making it a notable area for potential planning applications.

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Area Information

Admin district: Southampton
Parliamentary constituency: Southampton Test
LSOA: Southampton 019A

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-05.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Bassett Green.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Bassett Green based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

14 planning applications found near Bassett Green.

- Boundary House Bassett Green Road Southampton SO16 3NE
Crown reduction by two meters growing out to property side only.
Status: Undecided | Type: Trees | Council: Southampton | Date: 2026-07-06
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26/00167/TPO - Boundary House Bassett Green Road Southampton SO16 3NE
Crown reduction by two meters growing out to property side only.
Status: Undecided | Council: Southampton | Date: 2026-07-06
26/00160/TPO - 1 Aspen Holt Southampton SO16 3QE
T1 - Sliver Birch - remove the tree.
Status: Undecided | Council: Southampton | Date: 2026-06-26
26/00725/FUL - 14 Carnation Road Southampton SO16 3JW
Erection of a single-storey rear extension (retrospective).
Status: Undecided | Council: Southampton | Date: 2026-06-25
26/00675/NMA - 166 Bassett Green Road Southampton SO16 3LW
Non-material amendment sought to planning permission ref 25/01185/FUL to change conservatory roof from pitched to flat roof.
Status: Undecided | Council: Southampton | Date: 2026-06-09
26/00632/FUL - 7 Hurlingham Gardens Southampton SO16 3PA
Replacement fence and extended dropped kerb (widening access to public highway).
Status: Undecided | Council: Southampton | Date: 2026-06-01
26/00138/TPO - North Lodge Bassett Wood Road Southampton SO16 3LT
TPO fir tree in back garden - cut down
Status: Undecided | Council: Southampton | Date: 2026-05-21
26/00539/NMA - 218 Bassett Green Road Southampton SO16 3NF
Non-material amendment sought to planning permission ref 22/01185/FUL for reduction in height to a single storey front extension with flat roof and parapet (Retrospective)
Status: Undecided | Council: Southampton | Date: 2026-05-11
26/00026/TCA - 3 Bassett Green Village Southampton SO16 3ND
Tree to the front of 3 Bassett Green Village which overlooks the village green - 10ft overall crown reduction with a 20% crown thin
Status: Undecided | Council: Southampton | Date: 2026-04-28
- 42 Glenwood Avenue Southampton SO16 3QA
Minor-material amendment sought to planning permission reference 25/00977/FUL to add a link to the garden room, create covered first floor balcony and change to external materials. Condition Number(s)
Status: Undecided | Type: Amendment | Council: Southampton | Date: 2026-03-24
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- 1 Aspen Holt Southampton SO16 3QE
T1 - Alder Tree - A 50% reduction by removing 4m of the canopy T2 - Norway Maple - A 50% reduction by removing 3m of the canopy.
Status: Rejected | Type: Trees | Council: Southampton | Date: 2025-05-12
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- 6 Bassett Green Village Southampton SO16 3LZ
1. Silver Birch - fell 2. prunus lusitanica - fell
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Southampton | Date: 2025-04-18
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- 218 Bassett Green Road Southampton SO16 3NF
Application for approval of details reserved by condition 3 (tree) of planning permission ref 23/00046/FUL for a single storey rear extension.
Status: Permitted | Type: Conditions | Council: Southampton | Date: 2023-04-21
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- Stoneham Golf Club Monks Wood Close Bassett Southampton Hampshire SO16 3NE
Construction of an irrigation reservoir including ponds and associated landscaping
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Test Valley | Date: 2023-03-29
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A brief summary of Bassett Green in Hampshire

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

Bassett Green has 3 conservation areas within its boundaries: Ethelburt Avenue, Uplands Estate, Bassett Green Village. Planning applications within or near these conservation areas 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 Bassett Green includes 1 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Southampton Common SSSI; 6 Ancient Woodland sites. 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 Bassett Green

In the last 24 months, 45 planning applications were submitted near Bassett Green. Of these, 75% were approved, with an average decision time of 45 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 Bassett Green.

The average decision time of 45 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Bassett Green were tree works (13), discharge of conditions (3), full planning applications (2). The significant number of tree-related applications is typical for areas with mature tree cover or active tree preservation orders.

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