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Planning in Bursledon

Approved
94%
46 of 47 decided
Decision time
about 7 weeks
on average

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Bursledon in the last 24 months, from Eastleigh Borough Council's planning register.

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About Bursledon

Bursledon is a picturesque village situated on the River Hamble in Hampshire, within the borough of Eastleigh. Its proximity to Southampton, along with a railway station, marina, and dockyards, makes it a significant area for development. The village is also home to the historic Bursledon Windmill and is surrounded by charming nearby villages, including Swanwick, Hamble-le-Rice, Netley, and Sarisbury Green, making it a focal point for planning applications in the region. The settlement has a population of approximately 8,324 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Eastleigh district.

In terms of safety, there were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period (September 2026). This makes Bursledon a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Bursledon has 19 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Bursledon 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. Further local information can be found on the community website at http://www.bursledon.org/.

To comment on or object to a planning application near Bursledon, open it in the list above: each one links to the council's own page for it and shows any comment deadline.

In the last 24 months, 59 planning applications were submitted near Bursledon. Of these, 94% were approved, with an average decision time of 52 days.

The most common types were tree works (15), full planning applications (11), discharge of conditions (6).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Bursledon?
In the last 24 months, 59 planning applications were submitted near Bursledon. The approval rate is 94%.
How long do planning decisions take near Bursledon?
The average planning decision time near Bursledon is 52 days. The statutory target is 8 weeks (56 days) for minor applications and 13 weeks for major applications.
What is the planning approval rate near Bursledon?
The planning approval rate near Bursledon is 94%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Bursledon?
The most common type of planning application near Bursledon is tree works applications, with 15 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Bursledon?
You can search and track planning applications near Bursledon on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.