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Planning in Colden Common

Approved
95%
54 of 54 decided
Decision time
about 9 weeks
on average

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Colden Common in the last 24 months, from Winchester City Council's planning register.

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Around Colden Common

Postcode districts

SO21 429 applications in the last 12 monthsSO50 193 applications in the last 12 months

Applications in each district in the last 12 months.

Planning authority: Winchester City Council

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About Colden Common

Colden Common is a civil parish located in the Winchester District of Hampshire, England, about 5 miles south of Winchester. Spanning 690.74 hectares (2.67 sq mi), it has a population of around 4,000 residents and encompasses the village of Colden Common, along with the hamlets of Hensting, Fisher's Pond, Nob's Crook, Highbridge, and Brambridge. Notably, part of the parish falls within the boundaries of the South Downs National Park, making it a significant area for planning and development considerations. The settlement has a population of approximately 4,304 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Winchester district.

There are currently no active flood warnings for the Colden Common area, indicating a relatively low flood risk at present. This is a positive factor for both existing residents and those considering property purchases or new developments.

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

The area around Colden Common has 13 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Colden Common 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.coldencommon.hants.gov.uk/.

To comment on or object to a planning application near Colden Common, 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, 67 planning applications were submitted near Colden Common. Of these, 95% were approved, with an average decision time of 66 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (18), tree works (8), discharge of conditions (7).

2 planning appeals were lodged, of which 0 were allowed and 2 were dismissed (0% success rate).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Colden Common?
In the last 24 months, 67 planning applications were submitted near Colden Common. The approval rate is 95%.
How long do planning decisions take near Colden Common?
The average planning decision time near Colden Common is 66 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 Colden Common?
The planning approval rate near Colden Common is 95%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Colden Common?
The most common type of planning application near Colden Common is full planning applications, with 18 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Colden Common?
You can search and track planning applications near Colden Common on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.