How long do planning decisions take near Charlton?

The average planning decision time near Charlton is 61 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 Charlton?

The planning approval rate near Charlton is 50%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Charlton?

The most common type of planning application near Charlton is full planning applications, with 6 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Charlton?

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Charlton, Hampshire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Charlton, Hampshire.

Hampshire · England · settlement

Planning applications in Charlton are administered by Test Valley Borough Council. View the full Test Valley Borough Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.

About Charlton

Charlton is a suburb of Andover in Hampshire, having grown increasingly connected to the town due to recent expansion. The area is distinguished by Charlton Park and Anton Lakes, which serve as natural boundaries between the two settlements. As of 2005, Charlton had a population of 2,053 residents, making it a small yet integral part of the Andover community, which may influence local planning considerations.

Population: 2,121 (2021)

District: Test Valley

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £318,540 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: Test Valley
Parliamentary constituency: North West Hampshire
LSOA: Test Valley 005F

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-05.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Charlton.

Keyword Scorecard

Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Charlton.

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 Charlton based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

5 planning applications found near Charlton.

26/01360/PDHN - 8 Verden Way Andover Hampshire SP10 4LH
Application to determine if prior approval is required for proposed single storey rear extension (length from rear wall of original dwellinghouse 5 metres, height 3 metres, height to eaves 2.4 metres)
Status: Undecided | Council: Test Valley | Date: 2026-06-24
- 8 Verden Way Andover Hampshire SP10 4LH
Application to determine if prior approval is required for proposed single storey rear extension (length from rear wall of original dwellinghouse 5 metres, height 3 metres, height to eaves 2.4 metres)
Status: Undecided | Type: Outline | Council: Test Valley | Date: 2026-06-24
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- 22 Moneyer Road Andover Hampshire SP10 4NG
Single storey rear extension
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Test Valley | Date: 2026-03-16
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- Dale Cottage 84 Hatherden Road Charlton Andover Hampshire SP10 4AW
Replacement front wall and gates
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Test Valley | Date: 2024-12-11
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- 12 Verden Way Andover Hampshire SP10 4LH
Single storey rear extension
Status: Permitted | Type: Outline | Council: Test Valley | Date: 2023-04-19
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A brief summary of Charlton in Hampshire

Property prices in Charlton show an average sale price of £318,540, 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 Charlton a particularly low-crime area.

Charlton has one conservation area within its boundaries: Andover. 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 Charlton includes 1 Ancient Woodland site. These designations may affect planning decisions, as proposals near protected sites require environmental impact assessment and may face additional restrictions.

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Planning Activity in Charlton

In the last 24 months, 16 planning applications were submitted near Charlton. Of these, 50% were approved, with an average decision time of 61 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 Charlton.

At 61 days on average, decisions near Charlton slightly exceed the 8-week statutory target for minor applications, though this is common across many councils.

The most common application types near Charlton were full planning applications (6), outline applications (4), tree works (1). Full planning applications account for 38% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

In terms of development scale, 1 medium-scale application, 11 smaller schemes were submitted.

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