Bentworth, Hampshire Planning Applications
Recent planning applications near Bentworth, Hampshire.
Hampshire · England · settlement
Planning applications in Bentworth are administered by East Hampshire District Council. View the full East Hampshire District Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.
About Bentworth
Bentworth is a picturesque village and civil parish located in the East Hampshire district of England, approximately 3 miles east of Alton. Nestled within the scenic East Hampshire Hangers, it spans 3,763 acres and features the notable King's Hill, which rises to 716 feet above sea level. As of the 2011 census, Bentworth had a population of 553, making it a small but vibrant community ideal for those researching planning applications in a charming rural setting.
Population: 513 (2021)
District: East Hampshire
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Town Insights
Property Prices
Average property sale price: £511,700 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).
Area Information
- Admin district: East Hampshire
- Parliamentary constituency: East Hampshire
- LSOA: East Hampshire 001C
Crime Statistics
0 crimes reported in 2026-03.
Flood Risk
No active flood warnings near Bentworth.
Keyword Scorecard
Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Bentworth.
- 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 Bentworth based on the last 24 months of planning data.
Nearby Applications
8 planning applications found near Bentworth.
- - Ivall's Farm Village Street, Bentworth, Alton, Hampshire, GU34 5RB
Internal and external alterations to existing house. Conversion of existing outbuilding to annexe.
Type: Full | Council: East Hampshire | Date: 2026-03-16
View full details - - The Brambles Church Street, Bentworth, Alton, Hampshire, GU34 5RD
Prior notification for a single storey development extending 3.7m beyond the rear wall of the original dwelling, incorporating an eaves height of 2.6m and a maximum height of 3m.
Type: Outline | Council: East Hampshire | Date: 2026-03-09
View full details - - Ivall's Farm Village Street, Bentworth, Alton, Hampshire, GU34 5RB
Erection of single storey garden store, greenhouse and plant building. Construction of an outdoor swimming pool.
Type: Full | Council: East Hampshire | Date: 2026-03-08
View full details - - Hookers Place Village Street, Bentworth, Alton, Hampshire, GU34 5RB
Provision of a replacement stable door to the south elevation, with the upper part glazed
Type: Heritage | Council: East Hampshire | Date: 2026-02-23
View full details - - 9 Wake Close, Medstead, Alton, Hampshire, GU34 5RN
Single storey extension to rear
Type: Full | Council: East Hampshire | Date: 2025-03-28
View full details - - St Marys Primary School Church Street, Bentworth, Alton, Hampshire, GU34 5RE
1 x female yew tree located in Oak Class playground - take around 2 metres off the longer branches hanging over the playground - reduce the amount of fruit fall/debris The playground is used by childr
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: East Hampshire | Date: 2024-11-12
View full details - - Hopbine Cottage, Ashley Road, Bentworth, Alton, GU34 5RF
Single storey side and rear extension
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: East Hampshire | Date: 2024-05-24
View full details - - Hall Place, Holt End Lane, Bentworth, Alton, GU34 5JU
Restore & Repair original fabric and structure works to chapel. (Resubmission of previous approval 26002/045)
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: East Hampshire | Date: 2023-12-21
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A brief summary of Bentworth in Hampshire
Bentworth is a picturesque village and civil parish located in the East Hampshire district of England, approximately 3 miles east of Alton. Nestled within the scenic East Hampshire Hangers, it spans 3,763 acres and features the notable King's Hill, which rises to 716 feet above sea level. As of the 2011 census, Bentworth had a population of 553, making it a small but vibrant community ideal for those researching planning applications in a charming rural setting. The settlement has a population of approximately 513 (2021 estimate). It sits within the East Hampshire district.
Property prices in Bentworth show an average sale price of £511,700, 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 Bentworth a particularly low-crime area.
Bentworth has one conservation area within its boundaries: Bentworth. 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 Bentworth includes 10 Ancient Woodland sites. 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, Bentworth 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 Bentworth
In the last 24 months, 7 planning applications were submitted near Bentworth. Of these, 100% were approved.
This is notably above the national average of approximately 87%, suggesting a relatively permissive planning environment. Applicants near Bentworth may find that well-prepared applications have a strong chance of success.
The most common application types near Bentworth were full planning applications (3), tree works (2), outline applications (1). Full planning applications account for 43% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.
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