How long do planning decisions take near Bassett?

The average planning decision time near Bassett is 44 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?

The planning approval rate near Bassett is 40%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Bassett?

The most common type of planning application near Bassett is tree works applications, with 19 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Bassett?

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Bassett, Hampshire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Bassett, Hampshire.

Hampshire · England · settlement

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

About Bassett

Bassett is a suburban area and electoral ward located to the north of Southampton city centre, England. It is notable for its section of the A33, an important arterial road connecting the city to the M3, recognized for its picturesque tree-lined route. Additionally, Bassett Avenue features the highest point in Southampton, rising to 82 metres (269 ft) above sea level, making it a significant landmark in the region for planning considerations.

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Area Information

Admin district: Southampton
Parliamentary constituency: Romsey and Southampton North
LSOA: Southampton 005A

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-05.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Bassett.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

14 planning applications found near Bassett.

26/00168/TPO - 56 Providence Park Southampton SO16 7QW
T1 Oak - Reduction of side overhanging property by up to 2m at suitable growth points.
Status: Undecided | Council: Southampton | Date: 2026-06-29
26/00733/FUL - 5 Bassett Heath Avenue Southampton SO16 7GP
Erection of a detached garage with first floor multi use space.
Status: Undecided | Council: Southampton | Date: 2026-06-23
26/00578/FUL - 4 Cleek Drive Southampton SO16 7PQ
Erection of an extension to existing garage.
Status: Undecided | Council: Southampton | Date: 2026-06-10
26/00153/TPO - Street Record Providence Park Southampton
T1 Oak - Overhanging number 86, Reduction of higher canopy by up to 2m to match lower growth. T2 Oak - Overhanging Manor East garages 70,69 &68, Reduction over garages by up to 2m to suitable growth p
Status: Undecided | Council: Southampton | Date: 2026-06-04
- Street Record Providence Park Southampton
T1 Oak - Overhanging number 86, Reduction of higher canopy by up to 2m to match lower growth. T2 Oak - Overhanging Manor East garages 70,69 &68, Reduction over garages by up to 2m to suitable growth p
Status: Undecided | Type: Trees | Council: Southampton | Date: 2026-06-04
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- 76 Holly Hill Southampton SO16 7EY
T1 Portuguese laurel fell to ground level to create more light within the that part of the garden as its quite dense with surrounding trees. T2 Cherry reduce and re shape by up to 2m all round in orde
Status: Withdrawn | Type: Trees | Council: Southampton | Date: 2026-03-30
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26/00052/TPO - 7 Ardnave Crescent Southampton SO16 7FL
T1- Oak tree in back garden, crown lift 2x lowest secondary branches 8 metres from ground
Status: Undecided | Council: Southampton | Date: 2026-03-10
- Beechmount House Beechmount Road Southampton SO16 3JD
T6 Birch (Silver) - Fell close to ground level (approx 50mm). T11 Oak (Turkey) - Crown reduce and reshape asymmetric crown to West. Prune hung up limb. Sever Ivy at ground level and strip to 2m and re
Status: Conditions | Type: Trees | Council: Southampton | Date: 2025-12-19
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- 26 Bassett Row Southampton SO16 7FS
T1 - Beech - neighbouring tree at no.26. Bifurcated at 3m. take back to source the first north western lateral on the NW codominant stem. Following the stem up to the secondary bifurcation, to tip red
Status: Conditions | Type: Trees | Council: Southampton | Date: 2025-07-19
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- 45 Holly Hill Southampton SO16 7ES
T1 Oak - crown lift over highway and garden by up to 6 meters all round and remove major deadwood only. G2 Portuguese laurel - reduce in height 6-10ft which will bring it in level with rest of hedge T
Status: Conditions | Type: Trees | Council: Southampton | Date: 2025-05-15
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- Little Maples The Ring Chilworth Southampton Hampshire SO16 7HW
T1 - Oak - Selected lateral branches to be removed to stem, T2 - Oak - Lowest lateral branch be reduced to first major growth point, reduce lateral branches by 2m over property and shape top T3 - Oak
Status: Conditions | Type: Trees | Council: Test Valley | Date: 2025-02-03
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- 8A Bassett Heath Avenue Southampton SO16 7FY
Wellingtonia T2-148 - 7-10 lower hanging branches between 4.5m - 7.0m above ground level to be removed back to the knuckle ranging between 0m-2.5m.
Status: Conditions | Type: Trees | Council: Southampton | Date: 2024-12-06
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- 17 Chetwynd Road Southampton SO16 3JA
Beech in front garden - remove branches as indicated by red dots on photo
Status: Conditions | Type: Trees | Council: Southampton | Date: 2024-01-25
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- 13 Bassett Heath Avenue Southampton SO16 7GP
T1: Beech: Crown reduce by 4m. Crown lift to 5m to clear highway. T2: Beech: Crown lift to 5m to allow access for high sided vehicles and clear highway. T3: Oak: Crown reduce by 6-8m to balance canopy
Status: Rejected | Type: Trees | Council: Southampton | Date: 2023-08-12
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A brief summary of Bassett in Hampshire

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

Bassett has one conservation area within its boundaries: Uplands Estate. 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 Bassett includes 1 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Southampton Common SSSI; 5 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

In the last 24 months, 49 planning applications were submitted near Bassett. Of these, 40% were approved, with an average decision time of 44 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.

The average decision time of 44 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 were tree works (19), full planning applications (3), discharge of conditions (2). The significant number of tree-related applications is typical for areas with mature tree cover or active tree preservation orders.

1 planning appeal was lodged, of which 0 were allowed and 1 was dismissed (0% success rate). This low success rate indicates that the council's refusal decisions are generally upheld by the Planning Inspectorate.

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