Chilworth, Hampshire Planning Applications
Recent planning applications near Chilworth, Hampshire.
Hampshire · England · settlement
Planning applications in Chilworth are administered by Test Valley Borough Council. View the full Test Valley Borough Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.
About Chilworth
Chilworth is an affluent village located in the Test Valley district of Hampshire, England, situated on the northern outskirts of Southampton. With excellent transport links and limited development, Chilworth is divided into two distinct areas: the modern section along the new Southampton to Romsey road and the historic part surrounding the old road, reflecting its rich history dating back to its mention as Celeworda in the Domesday Book of 1086.
Population: 1,278 (2021)
District: Test Valley
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Area Information
- Admin district: Southampton
- Parliamentary constituency: Southampton Test
- LSOA: Southampton 007B
Crime Statistics
0 crimes reported in 2026-05.
Flood Risk
No active flood warnings near Chilworth.
Keyword Scorecard
Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Chilworth.
- 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 Chilworth based on the last 24 months of planning data.
Nearby Applications
23 planning applications found near Chilworth.
- 26/01419/DDTPO - Oasis Chilworth Road Chilworth Southampton Hampshire SO16 7JU
TPO.TVBC.557 - Dead Willow Tree - Fell
Status: Undecided | Council: Test Valley | Date: 2026-07-01 - - Oasis Chilworth Road Chilworth Southampton Hampshire SO16 7JU
TPO.TVBC.557 - Dead Willow Tree - Fell
Status: Undecided | Type: Trees | Council: Test Valley | Date: 2026-07-01
View full details - 26/01389/TPOS - Woodfield House The Orchard Chilworth Southampton Hampshire SO16 7JZ
T4 - Silver Birch - Crown reduction by 2 metres, crown lift to 3.75 metres, T5 - Lime - Crown lift to 3.5 metres, G2 - Oak - Crown lift to 4.35 metres
Status: Undecided | Council: Test Valley | Date: 2026-06-29 - - Woodfield House The Orchard Chilworth Southampton Hampshire SO16 7JZ
T4 - Silver Birch - Crown reduction by 2 metres, crown lift to 3.75 metres, T5 - Lime - Crown lift to 3.5 metres, G2 - Oak - Crown lift to 4.35 metres
Status: Undecided | Type: Trees | Council: Test Valley | Date: 2026-06-29
View full details - - 2 Treetops Woodside Chilworth Southampton Hampshire SO16 7LB
(T1) Silver Birch - Fell to ground Level (T2) Silver Birch - Fell to ground level
Status: Undecided | Type: Trees | Council: Test Valley | Date: 2026-04-23
View full details - - Redwoods Chilworth Road Chilworth Southampton Hampshire SO16 7LA
T3 - Giant Redwood - Fell
Status: Conditions | Type: Trees | Council: Test Valley | Date: 2026-03-30
View full details - - The Chilworth Arms Chilworth Road Chilworth Southampton Hampshire SO16 7JZ
Fell dead Beech tree (TPO.TVBC.532)
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Test Valley | Date: 2026-03-30
View full details - - Woodland Adjacent To Chilworth Road Chilworth Hampshire
T1 - Oak - Selective reduction of the overextended upper lateral limb(s) on the south and south-western aspect of the crown by up to 3m, back to suitable secondary growth points
Status: Conditions | Type: Trees | Council: Test Valley | Date: 2026-02-24
View full details - - Land At Woodside Chilworth Hampshire SO16 7LB
Application for permission in principle for the erection of a self-build/custom build two storey detached dwelling and garage
Status: Undecided | Type: Outline | Council: Test Valley | Date: 2026-02-17
View full details - - Landfall Annexe Landfall Chilworth Road Chilworth Hampshire
Conversion of annexe to separate dwelling
Status: Rejected | Type: Full | Council: Test Valley | Date: 2025-12-11
View full details - - Clouds Hill The Orchard Chilworth Southampton Hampshire SO16 7JZ
Variation of condition 03 (external materials) of 21/00554/FULLS (Extension and refurbishment works to dwelling) to allow the use of alternative materials and finishes, and a reduction in the overall
Status: Conditions | Type: Conditions | Council: Test Valley | Date: 2025-10-07
View full details - - Landfall Annexe Landfall Chilworth Road Chilworth Hampshire
Conversion of annexe to separate dwelling
Status: Rejected | Type: Full | Council: Test Valley | Date: 2025-08-27
View full details - - Woodfield House The Orchard Chilworth Southampton Hampshire SO16 7JZ
Erect two storey front extension, relocate and extend dormer windows and install chimney to front elevation, extend balcony and alterations to fenestration
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Test Valley | Date: 2025-06-20
View full details - - Oakridge Chilworth Road Chilworth Southampton Hampshire SO16 7LA
T1 Oak (dangerous) - reduce down to 20m in height (TPO.TVBC.519) to the point where the tree had torn in half
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Test Valley | Date: 2025-04-16
View full details - - 2 Treetops Woodside Chilworth Southampton Hampshire SO16 7LB
T1 - T3 - Silver Birch - Fell, T4 - Oak - Thin crown by up to 30%
Status: Conditions | Type: Trees | Council: Test Valley | Date: 2025-04-08
View full details - - 3 Treetops Woodside Chilworth Southampton Hampshire SO16 7LB
Dismantle root heaved oak tree to ground level
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Test Valley | Date: 2025-04-01
View full details - - Morningside Woodside Crescent Chilworth Southampton Hampshire SO16 7LD
(T1) Oak with recent storm damage limb failure, first eastern lateral reduce back into the tear, stem diameter 300mm, leaving coronet tear to heal naturally, deadwood crown to remove large dead branch
Status: Conditions | Type: Trees | Council: Test Valley | Date: 2025-03-17
View full details - - Holly Lodge Chilworth Road Chilworth Southampton Hampshire SO16 7JZ
T1 - Silver Birch - Fell, T2 - Silver Birch - Fell, T3 - Eucalyptus - Fell
Status: Conditions | Type: Trees | Council: Test Valley | Date: 2025-02-11
View full details - - Brora House Chilworth Road Chilworth Southampton Hampshire SO16 7JU
T2 - Beech - Reduce crown by up to 3m, crown clean, thin and deadwood by 25%, T3 - Hornbeam - Reduce height by up to 4m, reduce crown by up to 3m, crown thin and clean by 30%
Status: Conditions | Type: Trees | Council: Test Valley | Date: 2024-12-16
View full details - - Green Lawns Copse Lane Chilworth Southampton Hampshire SO16 7JY
G1 - Removal to ground level (inc. stump) of 1 x mature Betula pendula (TPO.TVBC.523)
Status: Conditions | Type: Trees | Council: Test Valley | Date: 2024-12-10
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A brief summary of Chilworth in Hampshire
Chilworth is an affluent village located in the Test Valley district of Hampshire, England, situated on the northern outskirts of Southampton. With excellent transport links and limited development, Chilworth is divided into two distinct areas: the modern section along the new Southampton to Romsey road and the historic part surrounding the old road, reflecting its rich history dating back to its mention as Celeworda in the Domesday Book of 1086. The settlement has a population of approximately 1,278 (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 Chilworth a particularly low-crime area.
Chilworth has one conservation area within its boundaries: Chilworth Old Village. 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 Chilworth includes 11 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, Chilworth 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 Chilworth
In the last 24 months, 70 planning applications were submitted near Chilworth. Of these, 74% were approved, with an average decision time of 43 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 Chilworth.
The average decision time of 43 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.
The most common application types near Chilworth were tree works (48), full planning applications (13), outline applications (4). The significant number of tree-related applications is typical for areas with mature tree cover or active tree preservation orders.
In terms of development scale, 2 large-scale (major) developments, 65 smaller schemes were submitted.
Application Outcomes
- Approved: 20 applications
- Refused: 3 applications
- Withdrawn: 4 applications
- Awaiting decision: 43 applications
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