How long do planning decisions take near Chawton?

The average planning decision time near Chawton is 92 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 Chawton?

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

What types of planning applications are most common near Chawton?

The most common type of planning application near Chawton is tree works applications, with 4 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Chawton?

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Chawton, Hampshire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Chawton, Hampshire.

Hampshire · England · settlement

Planning applications in Chawton are administered by East Hampshire District Council. View the full East Hampshire District Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.

About Chawton

Chawton is a picturesque village and civil parish located in the East Hampshire district of Hampshire, England, nestled within the South Downs National Park. Renowned as the final residence of acclaimed author Jane Austen, who lived there for eight years, Chawton offers a rich historical context for planning applications in the area.

Population: 545 (2021)

District: East Hampshire

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £562,262 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: East Hampshire
Parliamentary constituency: East Hampshire
LSOA: East Hampshire 002C

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Chawton.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Chawton based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

1 planning application found near Chawton.

- Chawton Lodge Winchester Road Chawton Alton Hampshire GU34 1SL
T1 beech - Selective tip reduction to create a canopy spread to 10m north, 9m east, 5m south, 8m west to leave a natural domed form.T2 beech - Selective tip reduction to create a canopy spread to 10m
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: South Downs | Date: 2023-04-28
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A brief summary of Chawton in Hampshire

Property prices in Chawton show an average sale price of £562,262, 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 Chawton a particularly low-crime area.

Chawton has 3 conservation areas within its boundaries: Chawton, The Butts, Alton. 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 Chawton includes 16 Ancient Woodland sites; 1 National Parks: SOUTH DOWNS. 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 Chawton

In the last 24 months, 8 planning applications were submitted near Chawton. Of these, 50% were approved, with an average decision time of 92 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 Chawton.

With an average of 92 days, decisions near Chawton take longer than the statutory targets. Applicants should budget for a 4-month timeline and consider pre-application discussions to avoid delays.

The most common application types near Chawton were tree works (4), full planning applications (1), outline applications (1). The significant number of tree-related applications is typical for areas with mature tree cover or active tree preservation orders.

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