Bishopstoke, Hampshire Planning Applications
Recent planning applications near Bishopstoke, Hampshire.
Hampshire · England · settlement
Planning applications in Bishopstoke are administered by Eastleigh Borough Council. View the full Eastleigh Borough Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.
About Bishopstoke
Bishopstoke is a charming village and civil parish located in the Eastleigh district of Hampshire, England, approximately one mile east of Eastleigh town centre. With historical roots dating back to 948 AD, when King Eadred granted land to a thegn, the area later became associated with the Bishops of Winchester, leading to its current name. Nestled along the eastern bank of the River Itchen, Bishopstoke shares its borders with the neighbouring village of Fair Oak, making it a significant area for potential planning applications and developments.
Population: 10,284 (2021)
District: Eastleigh
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Town Insights
Property Prices
Average property sale price: £342,305 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).
Area Information
- Admin district: Eastleigh
- Parliamentary constituency: Eastleigh
- LSOA: Eastleigh 005A
Crime Statistics
0 crimes reported in 2026-02.
Flood Risk
No active flood warnings near Bishopstoke.
Keyword Scorecard
Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Bishopstoke.
- 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 Bishopstoke based on the last 24 months of planning data.
Nearby Applications
22 planning applications found near Bishopstoke.
- - 55 EDWARD AVENUE, BISHOPSTOKE, EASTLEIGH, SO50 6EH
Lawful Development Certificate for Proposed External Wall Alterations to Include the Application of Through-Colour Silicone Render (K-Rend) to the Front Porch, Front Ground Floor Elevation, and Side G
Status: Undecided | Type: Amendment | Council: Eastleigh | Date: 2026-05-18
View full details - - Land East of Chickenhall Lane, Eastleigh, SO50 6AF
Application for discharge of Condition 10 (materials) of permission ref. F/24/98678 for Construction of a 70 Bed Care Home (Use Class C2), with associated parking, Landscaping, access, drainage and ot
Status: Undecided | Type: Conditions | Council: Eastleigh | Date: 2026-05-06
View full details - - 1 BISHOPSTOKE ROAD, EASTLEIGH, SO50 6AD
New illuminated signage on building (retrospective)
Status: Undecided | Type: Advertising | Council: Eastleigh | Date: 2026-04-20
View full details - - Glebe Meadow and skate park, Bishopstoke, SO50 6AL
1no. Group of Conifers (G1) - Fell. The skate park area is to be renovated, and a current concern is that the trees act as a large screening area, making it a blind spot from most locations around it.
Status: Undecided | Type: Trees | Council: Eastleigh | Date: 2026-03-25
View full details - - Land East of Chickenhall Lane, Eastleigh, SO50 6AF
Discharge of Condition 4 (contaminated land remedial scheme) of Planning Permission F/24/98678 for the construction of a 70 Bed Care Home (Use Class C2), with associated parking, landscaping, access,
Status: Undecided | Type: Conditions | Council: Eastleigh | Date: 2026-03-16
View full details - - RIVERSIDE COURT, 75 BISHOPSTOKE ROAD, BISHOPSTOKE
1no. Cedar (T1) - Reduce later growth by up to 1.5m to provide a minimum of 2m property clearance.
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Eastleigh | Date: 2026-02-24
View full details - - 10 CHURCH ROAD, BISHOPSTOKE, EASTLEIGH, SO50 6BH
Extension to existing dropped kerb to provide wider vehicular access to dwelling
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Eastleigh | Date: 2026-02-16
View full details - - 2 OAKBANK COTTAGE, OAKBANK ROAD, BISHOPSTOKE, EASTLEIGH, SO50 6PA
1no. Yew (T1)- Reshape crown by reducing over extended branches approximately 2m to produce more compact crown shape. 1no. Willow (T2)- Reduce to previous reduction points to maintain tree at a size t
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Eastleigh | Date: 2026-02-03
View full details - - 12 SEDGWICK ROAD, BISHOPSTOKE, EASTLEIGH, SO50 6FH
Erection of single storey side/front extension and rear dormer.
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Eastleigh | Date: 2026-01-19
View full details - - 28 ST MARGARETS ROAD, BISHOPSTOKE, EASTLEIGH, SO50 6DH
A small infill extension to the rear of the existing garage, alongside the conversion of the garage
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Eastleigh | Date: 2026-01-12
View full details - - 17 ST MARYS ROAD, BISHOPSTOKE, EASTLEIGH, SO50 6BP
Lawful Development Certificate for Proposed Loft Conversion with Rear Dormers and Roof Windows to the Front Elevation.
Status: Permitted | Type: Amendment | Council: Eastleigh | Date: 2026-01-12
View full details - - 36 CHURCH ROAD, BISHOPSTOKE, EASTLEIGH, SO50 6BJ
Replace wooden windows with Black upvc Flush Casement Fittings consistent with existing format and detailing.
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Eastleigh | Date: 2025-10-27
View full details - - 6 SEDGWICK ROAD, BISHOPSTOKE, EASTLEIGH, SO50 6FB
Proposed erection of 1 x detached 3-bedroom bungalow
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Eastleigh | Date: 2025-10-20
View full details - - TOBY CARVERY, Eastleigh, SO50 6LD
External alterations and refurbishment to building including, new external lighting to front and rear elevations, wall mounted lighting to side elevation, wall mounted cladding panel to front gable an
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Eastleigh | Date: 2025-08-15
View full details - - 119 SPRING LANE, BISHOPSTOKE, EASTLEIGH, SO50 6AZ
1 no. Cedar (T1) - Fell to ground level as the tree is in decline.
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Eastleigh | Date: 2025-07-14
View full details - - 1 OAKBANK COTTAGE, OAKBANK ROAD, BISHOPSTOKE, EASTLEIGH, SO50 6PA
1no. Yew (marked in red on plan) - To prune overhanging branches to clear property by a maximum of 0.75m, cut sizes not to exceed 10mm. Reason is to remove growth from the house/roof permitting access
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Eastleigh | Date: 2025-06-25
View full details - - 49 BISHOPSTOKE ROAD, BISHOPSTOKE, EASTLEIGH, SO50 6BF
Extension and alteration to existing dwelling to create 2nos. two bedroom flats and 1no, one bedroom flat
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Eastleigh | Date: 2025-05-21
View full details - - Land East of Chickenhall Lane,, Eastleigh, SO50 6AF
Construction of a 70-bed care home (Use Class C2), with associated parking, landscaping, access, drainage, and other associated works following demolition of existing structures (amended plans receive
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Eastleigh | Date: 2024-12-24
View full details - - RIVER BANK HOUSE, 65A BISHOPSTOKE ROAD, BISHOPSTOKE, EASTLEIGH, SO50 6BF
1no. Sycamore (T1) - Crown raise to give approximately 3m clearance, selective reduction of longer limbs by up to 1m, at appropriate cut points, to left of the building. Routine maintenance of trees c
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Eastleigh | Date: 2024-11-04
View full details - - 112 CHURCH ROAD, BISHOPSTOKE, EASTLEIGH, SO50 6DQ
Extension of dropped kerb
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Eastleigh | Date: 2024-07-31
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A brief summary of Bishopstoke in Hampshire
Bishopstoke is a charming village and civil parish located in the Eastleigh district of Hampshire, England, approximately one mile east of Eastleigh town centre. With historical roots dating back to 948 AD, when King Eadred granted land to a thegn, the area later became associated with the Bishops of Winchester, leading to its current name. Nestled along the eastern bank of the River Itchen, Bishopstoke shares its borders with the neighbouring village of Fair Oak, making it a significant area for potential planning applications and developments. The settlement has a population of approximately 10,284 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Eastleigh district.
Property prices in Bishopstoke show an average sale price of £342,305, 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 Bishopstoke a particularly low-crime area.
Bishopstoke has one conservation area within its boundaries: Bishopstoke. 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 Bishopstoke includes 1 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): River Itchen - 2000227 SSSI; 8 Ancient Woodland sites; 1 Special Areas of Conservation (SAC): River Itchen. 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, Bishopstoke 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 Bishopstoke
In the last 24 months, 48 planning applications were submitted near Bishopstoke. Of these, 97% were approved, with an average decision time of 74 days.
This is notably above the national average of approximately 87%, suggesting a relatively permissive planning environment. Applicants near Bishopstoke may find that well-prepared applications have a strong chance of success.
The average decision period of 74 days exceeds the 8-week target for minor applications but falls within the 13-week target for major schemes. Applicants should plan for approximately 11 weeks from submission to decision.
The most common application types near Bishopstoke were full planning applications (21), tree works (11), discharge of conditions (7). Full planning applications account for 44% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.
In terms of development scale, 1 large-scale (major) development, 7 medium-scale applications, 40 smaller schemes were submitted.
Application Outcomes
- Approved: 32 applications
- Refused: 1 application
- Awaiting decision: 15 applications
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