Braishfield, Hampshire Planning Applications
Recent planning applications near Braishfield, Hampshire.
Hampshire · England · settlement
About Braishfield
Braishfield is a picturesque village and civil parish located north of Romsey in Hampshire, England. Its name is believed to originate from the Old English terms for 'open land with small branches or brushwood.' The nearby hamlet of Pucknall is situated directly east of the village, adding to the area's charm and community character, which may be relevant for those considering planning applications in this serene locale.
Population: 656 (2021)
District: Test Valley
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Area Information
- Admin district: Test Valley
- Parliamentary constituency: Romsey and Southampton North
- LSOA: Test Valley 012A
Crime Statistics
0 crimes reported in 2026-02.
Keyword Scorecard
Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Braishfield.
- 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 Braishfield based on the last 24 months of planning data.
Nearby Applications
6 planning applications found near Braishfield.
- - Cherry Hill Braishfield Road Braishfield Romsey Hampshire SO51 0PR
Installation of solar panels on east and west facing roofs. 8 east facing, 7 west facing with associated battery.
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Test Valley | Date: 2026-05-08
View full details - - Boares Garden Braishfield Road Braishfield Romsey Hampshire SO51 0PQ
Goat Willow - Fell
Status: Undecided | Type: Trees | Council: Test Valley | Date: 2026-03-05
View full details - - Springbank Newport Lane Braishfield Romsey Hampshire SO51 0PL
Demolition of existing double garage and erection of ancillary annexe accommodation with air source heat pump, fencing and gate and replacement garage
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Test Valley | Date: 2026-01-19
View full details - - 3 Pond Cottages Braishfield Road Braishfield Romsey Hampshire SO51 0PR
Removal of asbestos tiles from rear roof slope and replacement with clay tiles to match surrounding roof; repointing of chimney stack
Status: Conditions | Type: Heritage | Council: Test Valley | Date: 2025-05-23
View full details - - Orchard Lodge Braishfield Road Braishfield Romsey Hampshire SO51 0PR
T1 - Goat Willow - Pollard by removing from the crown up to 2m from branch tips and maintain re-pollarding in the future T2 - Eucalyptus - Fell, T3 - Ash - Reduce to match height of hedge taking off 4
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Test Valley | Date: 2024-12-07
View full details - - Amberley Braishfield Road Braishfield Romsey Hampshire SO51 0PR
T1 - oak - fell, T2 - sycamore - fell, T3 - smoke bush (cotinus coggygria) - fell, T4 - birch (betula pendula) removal of one protruding branch
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Test Valley | Date: 2023-12-27
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A brief summary of Braishfield in Hampshire
Braishfield is a picturesque village and civil parish located north of Romsey in Hampshire, England. Its name is believed to originate from the Old English terms for 'open land with small branches or brushwood.' The nearby hamlet of Pucknall is situated directly east of the village, adding to the area's charm and community character, which may be relevant for those considering planning applications in this serene locale. The settlement has a population of approximately 656 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Test Valley district.
There were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period. This makes Braishfield a particularly low-crime area.
Braishfield has one conservation area within its boundaries: Braishfield. 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 Braishfield includes 8 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, Braishfield 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 Braishfield
In the last 24 months, 9 planning applications were submitted near Braishfield. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 41 days.
This is notably above the national average of approximately 87%, suggesting a relatively permissive planning environment. Applicants near Braishfield may find that well-prepared applications have a strong chance of success.
The average decision time of 41 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.
The most common application types near Braishfield were full planning applications (4), tree works (3), listed building and heritage (2). Full planning applications account for 44% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.
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- How Long Does Planning Permission Take? — Typical timelines for planning permission decisions in the UK, from submission to approval, and what can cause delays.