Bentley, Hampshire Planning Applications
Recent planning applications near Bentley, Hampshire.
Hampshire · England · settlement
Planning applications in Bentley are administered by East Hampshire District Council. View the full East Hampshire District Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.
About Bentley
Bentley is a quaint village and civil parish located in the East Hampshire district of England, covering 2,299 acres (9.30 km²) and maintaining its historical charm since 1875. Positioned north of the A31 road between Farnham and Alton, it lies approximately five miles southwest of Farnham and six miles northeast of Alton. The village is conveniently served by Bentley railway station, situated about a mile to the south, providing access to the surrounding areas and nearby Alice Holt Forest.
Population: 1,404 (2021)
District: East Hampshire
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Area Information
- Admin district: Guildford
- Parliamentary constituency: Godalming and Ash
- LSOA: Guildford 014B
Crime Statistics
0 crimes reported in 2026-05.
Flood Risk
No active flood warnings near Bentley.
Keyword Scorecard
Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Bentley.
- 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 Bentley based on the last 24 months of planning data.
Nearby Applications
306 planning applications found near Bentley.
- - 2 Eggars Field, Bentley, Farnham, Hampshire, GU10 5LD
Non-Material Amendment sought of approved application EHDC-25-1058-HSE - reduction in the roof overhang at the rear of the extension and inclusion of bay window style roof.
Type: Amendment | Council: East Hampshire | Date: 2026-05-20
View full details - - OLD BAILEYS FARM School Lane, Bentley, Farnham, Hampshire, GU10 5JW
Gable end to south east elevation and first floor dormer to south west elevation
Type: Full | Council: East Hampshire | Date: 2026-05-11
View full details - - 21 Somerset Fields, Bentley, Farnham, Hampshire, GU10 5BF
Discharge Condition 2 - Materials of approved application 59852 - Two storey side and single storey rear extension (as amended by plans uploaded on 04/05/2024)
Type: Conditions | Council: East Hampshire | Date: 2026-04-02
View full details - - Oak House School Lane, Bentley, Farnham, Hampshire, GU10 5JP
Approval is sought for a single-storey side/rear extension
Type: Full | Council: East Hampshire | Date: 2026-03-19
View full details - - Pamplins Hill Farm Lane, Bentley, Alton, Hampshire, GU10 5JL
Single storey rear extension, side porch and swimming pool
Type: Full | Council: East Hampshire | Date: 2026-01-08
View full details - - LAND AT AND TO THE REAR OF BROADACRE School Lane, Bentley, Farnham, Hampshire
Outline application with all matters reserved, other than means of access, for the construction of up to 8 self-build/custom-build dwellings.
Type: Outline | Council: East Hampshire | Date: 2025-10-10
View full details - - 2 Eggars Field, Bentley, Farnham, Hampshire, GU10 5LD
Single storey rear extension to replace conservatory
Type: Full | Council: East Hampshire | Date: 2025-09-05
View full details - - Baileys Well Hill Farm Lane, Bentley, Alton, Hampshire, GU10 5JL
Discharge Condition 4 (Bat tube or Bat Box) of approved application EHDC-25-0644-HSE - Two storey side extension and first floor side extension to house with construction of replacement studio followi
Type: Conditions | Council: East Hampshire | Date: 2025-08-18
View full details - - BAILEYS WELL Hill Farm Lane, Bentley, Alton, Hampshire, GU10 5JL
Two storey side extension and first floor side extension to house with construction of replacement studio following demolition of existing studio
Type: Full | Council: East Hampshire | Date: 2025-05-27
View full details - - Land At Hole Lane, Bentley, Farnham, Hampshire, GU10 5LP
Outline application of up to 21 dwellings with all matters reserved apart from access and layout
Type: Outline | Council: East Hampshire | Date: 2025-05-20
View full details - - 12 Broadlands Close, Bentley, Farnham, Hampshire, GU10 5LE
Lawful Development Certificate for Proposed Use or Development - Conversion of loft with a rear dormer and one front facing roof window
Type: Outline | Council: East Hampshire | Date: 2025-05-13
View full details - - Mead House main Road bentley farnham, GU10 5HY
Prior approval for the change of use of office space to create 4 residential flats
Type: Amendment | Council: East Hampshire | Date: 2025-05-02
View full details - - FOX HALL Main Road, Bentley, Farnham, Hampshire, GU10 5HY
Trees x 2 - Reduce height to allow more light
Type: Trees | Council: East Hampshire | Date: 2025-04-10
View full details - - The Glebe House School Lane, Bentley, Farnham, Hampshire, GU10 5JP
Three dwellings with continued use of two means of access and construction of new access.
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: East Hampshire | Date: 2025-03-05
View full details - - BAILEYS WELL Hill Farm Lane, Bentley, Alton, Hampshire, GU10 5JL
Lawful Development Certificate for a Proposed Development - Four porches and one garden studio outbuilding
Type: Outline | Council: East Hampshire | Date: 2025-01-13
View full details - - Bentley Village Surgery Hole Lane, Bentley, Farnham, Hampshire, GU10 5LP
Variation of condition 14 of 27992/004 - to substitute the permitted proposed site layout drawing Ref: CFA FULL 02 revision 04 with the proposed site plan Ref: 24.3518.200 rev C7, and submission of de
Type: Conditions | Council: East Hampshire | Date: 2025-01-10
View full details - - Bentley Village Surgery Hole Lane, Bentley, Farnham, Hampshire, GU10 5LP
Discharge Condition 3 - Low Carbon Energy Generation of approved application 27992/004
Type: Conditions | Council: East Hampshire | Date: 2025-01-10
View full details - - Fox Hall Main Road, Bentley, Farnham, Hampshire, GU10 5HY
2 x small beech - dismantle & remove, 1 x large beech - canopy reduction
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: East Hampshire | Date: 2024-11-07
View full details - - WELCHES COTTAGE Main Road, Bentley, Farnham, Hampshire, GU10 5HZ
Section 73 application to vary condition 8 (approved plans) of permission 60146 (Replacement dwelling with detached double garage and mezzanine above. Creation of new access and driveway following dem
Type: Conditions | Council: East Hampshire | Date: 2024-09-30
View full details - - Grafton Cottage, Main Road, Bentley, Farnham, GU10 5HY
T1 Magnolia Tree to be reduced down to previous reduction pounts. T2 Yew Tree in neighbours garden (Fox Hall) to have overhanging branches reduced on lower sections by 1.5 - 2 metres and mid sections
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: East Hampshire | Date: 2024-09-23
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A brief summary of Bentley in Hampshire
Bentley is a quaint village and civil parish located in the East Hampshire district of England, covering 2,299 acres (9.30 km²) and maintaining its historical charm since 1875. Positioned north of the A31 road between Farnham and Alton, it lies approximately five miles southwest of Farnham and six miles northeast of Alton. The village is conveniently served by Bentley railway station, situated about a mile to the south, providing access to the surrounding areas and nearby Alice Holt Forest. The settlement has a population of approximately 1,404 (2021 estimate). It sits within the East Hampshire district.
There were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period. This makes Bentley a particularly low-crime area.
Bentley has 2 conservation areas within its boundaries: Bentley, Isington. 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 Bentley includes 1 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Bentley Station Meadow SSSI; 12 Ancient Woodland sites; 1 National Parks: SOUTH 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, Bentley 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 Bentley
In the last 24 months, 34 planning applications were submitted near Bentley. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 25 days.
This is notably above the national average of approximately 87%, suggesting a relatively permissive planning environment. Applicants near Bentley may find that well-prepared applications have a strong chance of success.
The average decision time of 25 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.
The most common application types near Bentley were full planning applications (11), tree works (10), discharge of conditions (5). Full planning applications account for 32% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.
In terms of development scale, 1 medium-scale application, 10 smaller schemes were submitted.
3 planning appeals were lodged, of which 1 was allowed and 2 were dismissed (33% success rate).
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