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Planning in Damerham

Approved
100%
11 of 11 decided
Decision time
about 12 weeks
on average

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Damerham in the last 24 months, from New Forest District Council's planning register.

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About Damerham

Damerham, a picturesque rural village and civil parish in the New Forest district of Hampshire, is located near Fordingbridge. Rich in history, it features Neolithic and Bronze Age barrows, and it was once home to an Anglo-Saxon religious community referenced in the will of Alfred the Great. By the time of the Domesday Book in 1086, Damerham had emerged as a significant settlement under the ownership of Glastonbury Abbey, and it boasts notable landmarks such as a riverside mill and a Norman church, making it an area of interest for planning applications. The settlement has a population of approximately 570 (2021 estimate). It sits within the New Forest district.

There are currently no active flood warnings for the Damerham 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 Damerham a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Damerham has 20 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Damerham 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.

To comment on or object to a planning application near Damerham, 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, 14 planning applications were submitted near Damerham. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 81 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (3), listed building and heritage (2), outline applications (1).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Damerham?
In the last 24 months, 14 planning applications were submitted near Damerham. The approval rate is 100%.
How long do planning decisions take near Damerham?
The average planning decision time near Damerham is 81 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 Damerham?
The planning approval rate near Damerham is 100%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Damerham?
The most common type of planning application near Damerham is full planning applications, with 3 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Damerham?
You can search and track planning applications near Damerham on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.