Bitterne Park, Hampshire Planning Applications
Recent planning applications near Bitterne Park, Hampshire.
Hampshire · England · settlement
About Bitterne Park
Bitterne Park is a suburban area and Electoral Ward of Southampton, located on the eastern bank of the River Itchen. Set on gently sloping parkland, it was originally part of the historic Bitterne Manor, making it a unique locale for planning applications amidst its scenic backdrop.
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Town Insights
Property Prices
Average property sale price: £310,002 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).
Area Information
- Admin district: Southampton
- Parliamentary constituency: Southampton Itchen
- LSOA: Southampton 014C
Crime Statistics
0 crimes reported in 2026-02.
Flood Risk
No active flood warnings near Bitterne Park.
Keyword Scorecard
Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Bitterne Park.
- 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 Bitterne Park based on the last 24 months of planning data.
Nearby Applications
11 planning applications found near Bitterne Park.
- - 49 Bond Road Southampton SO18 1LR
Erection of a single storey rear extension (Max Depth 4.3m, Max Height 3.9m, Eaves Height 2.9m)
Status: Undecided | Type: Outline | Council: Southampton | Date: 2026-03-20
View full details - - 102 Ash Tree Road Southampton SO18 1LZ
Application for a lawful development certificate for proposed single-storey side extension and roof extension
Status: Undecided | Type: Outline | Council: Southampton | Date: 2026-02-16
View full details - - 16A and 16B Sandringham Road Southampton SO18 1JJ
Conversion of 2 x 1-bedroom flats into 1 x 3-bedroom dwelling with alterations to fenestrations, erection of a front porch and associated amenities and erection of new boundary wall.
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Southampton | Date: 2026-01-30
View full details - - 36 Copsewood Road Southampton SO18 1QU
Erection of a single storey rear extension (Max Depth 4 m, Max Height 4 m, Eaves Height 3 m)
Status: Permitted | Type: Outline | Council: Southampton | Date: 2026-01-16
View full details - - 130 Newton Road Southampton SO18 1NG
Non-material amendment sought to planning permission ref 25/01383/FUL for relocation of chimney, pedestrian wall opening and replacement solar panels.
Status: Permitted | Type: Amendment | Council: Southampton | Date: 2025-12-30
View full details - - 130 Newton Road Southampton SO18 1NG
Erection of part two-storey, part single storey rear extension, first floor side window, roof enlargement including raising ridge level, and installation of solar panels.
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Southampton | Date: 2025-10-31
View full details - - 6-10 Stepping Stones Thorold Road Southampton SO18 1JB
Application for a lawful development certificate for the existing use as a 27-bedroom house in multiple occupation (Sui Generis).
Status: Permitted | Type: Amendment | Council: Southampton | Date: 2025-06-20
View full details - - 178 Midanbury Lane Southampton SO18 4GX
Lime Tree (G1) Re pollard
Status: Conditions | Type: Trees | Council: Southampton | Date: 2025-02-04
View full details - - Sixth Form College, Bitterne Park School Dimond Road Southampton SO18 1BU
T1 Italian Alder remove 3 small ash trees from underneath tree, they hold no aesthetic value are suppressed by alder and will damage perimeter fence in time. T4 Common Ash remove deadwood from canopy
Status: Rejected | Type: Trees | Council: Southampton | Date: 2024-05-16
View full details - - 28 Castle Road Southampton SO18 1QQ
Lawson Cypress, (12657) to be crown reduced by up to 3m. Back to previous points where possible.
Status: Rejected | Type: Trees | Council: Southampton | Date: 2024-03-20
View full details - - 12 Norwich Road Southampton SO18 2PP
Retention of raised decking to side and rear (retrospective).
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Southampton | Date: 2023-04-27
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A brief summary of Bitterne Park in Hampshire
Bitterne Park is a suburban area and Electoral Ward of Southampton, located on the eastern bank of the River Itchen. Set on gently sloping parkland, it was originally part of the historic Bitterne Manor, making it a unique locale for planning applications amidst its scenic backdrop.
Property prices in Bitterne Park show an average sale price of £310,002, 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 Bitterne Park a particularly low-crime area.
Bitterne Park has 3 conservation areas within its boundaries: Ethelburt Avenue, Itchen Valley, Gaters Mill and Romill Close at West End. 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 Bitterne Park includes 2 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Lee-on-The Solent to Itchen Estuary SSSI, River Itchen - 2000227 SSSI; 2 Ancient Woodland sites; 1 Special Areas of Conservation (SAC): River Itchen; 2 Special Protection Areas (SPA): Solent and Dorset Coast, Solent & Southampton Water; 1 Ramsar Wetland Sites: Solent & Southampton Water. 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, Bitterne Park 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 Bitterne Park
In the last 24 months, 23 planning applications were submitted near Bitterne Park. Of these, 60% were approved, with an average decision time of 50 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 Bitterne Park.
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 Bitterne Park were amendments (7), tree works (6), outline applications (5).
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Related Planning Guides
- What Is Planning Permission in the UK? — Planning permission is the formal approval you need from your local council before making certain changes to a building or piece of land.
- What Is Permitted Development? — Permitted development rights allow certain building works and changes of use without the need to apply for planning permission.
- How Long Does Planning Permission Take? — Typical timelines for planning permission decisions in the UK, from submission to approval, and what can cause delays.