How long do planning decisions take near Baughurst?

The average planning decision time near Baughurst is 50 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 Baughurst?

The planning approval rate near Baughurst is 86%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Baughurst?

The most common type of planning application near Baughurst is full planning applications, with 5 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Baughurst?

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Baughurst, Hampshire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Baughurst, Hampshire.

Hampshire · England · settlement

Planning applications in Baughurst are administered by Basingstoke And Deane Borough Council. View the full Basingstoke And Deane Borough Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.

About Baughurst

Baughurst is a village and civil parish situated in Hampshire, England, approximately 6 miles north of Basingstoke and west of Tadley. As of the 2001 census, it had a population of 2,473, making it a small but established community in the region, which could be relevant for those considering planning applications in the area.

Population: 2,464 (2021) · Area: 2.8 km²

District: Basingstoke and Deane

Website: http://www.baughurst-pc.gov.uk/

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £455,740 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: Basingstoke and Deane
Parliamentary constituency: North West Hampshire
LSOA: Basingstoke and Deane 001E

Crime Statistics

7 crimes reported in 2026-03.

Crime Breakdown

anti-social-behaviour: 2
violent-crime: 2
burglary: 1
criminal-damage-arson: 1
possession-of-weapons: 1

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Baughurst.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Baughurst based on the last 24 months of planning data.

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A brief summary of Baughurst in Hampshire

Baughurst covers an area of approximately 2.8 km². The surrounding landscape and character of the area play an important role in how planning applications are assessed by the local authority.

Property prices in Baughurst show an average sale price of £455,740, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry.

There were 7 crimes reported in the Baughurst area during the most recent period, a moderate level that is broadly in line with similar-sized settlements.

Baughurst has one conservation area within its boundaries: Church Road, Tadley. 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 Baughurst includes 12 Ancient Woodland sites; 1 Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB): North Wessex Downs. 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, Baughurst planning applications can be searched by entering a local postcode above. Further local information can be found on the community website at http://www.baughurst-pc.gov.uk/. 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 Baughurst

In the last 24 months, 10 planning applications were submitted near Baughurst. Of these, 86% were approved, with an average decision time of 50 days.

This is broadly in line with the national average of approximately 87%. Baughurst maintains a standard approach to planning decisions.

The average decision time of 50 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Baughurst were full planning applications (5), discharge of conditions (3), tree works (1). Full planning applications account for 50% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

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