How long do planning decisions take near Dibden?

The average planning decision time near Dibden is 73 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 Dibden?

The planning approval rate near Dibden is 67%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Dibden?

The most common type of planning application near Dibden is full planning applications, with 3 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Dibden?

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Dibden, Hampshire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Dibden, Hampshire.

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About Dibden

Dibden is a quaint village located in Hampshire, England, with origins tracing back to the Middle Ages. Situated on the eastern edge of the New Forest, it is part of the civil parish of Hythe and Dibden, and is closely associated with the nearby towns of Hythe and Dibden Purlieu. Its location in a valley leading to Southampton Water makes it a notable area for planning applications, particularly in relation to developments that may impact both the natural surroundings and local infrastructure.

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Area Information

Admin district: New Forest
Parliamentary constituency: New Forest East
LSOA: New Forest 014A

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Dibden.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Dibden based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

1 planning application found near Dibden.

- MARNEY COTTAGE, MAIN ROAD, DIBDEN, SOUTHAMPTON, SO45 5TD
Two-storey side and rear extension
Status: Withdrawn | Type: Full | Council: New Forest (Park) | Date: 2023-09-20
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A brief summary of Dibden in Hampshire

There were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period. This makes Dibden a particularly low-crime area.

Ecology & Nature Designations

The area around Dibden includes 3 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Dibden Bay SSSI, Hythe to Calshot Marshes SSSI, The New Forest SSSI; 7 Ancient Woodland sites; 2 Special Areas of Conservation (SAC): The New Forest; 3 Special Protection Areas (SPA): Solent and Dorset Coast, New Forest, Solent & Southampton Water; 2 Ramsar Wetland Sites: New Forest, Solent & Southampton Water; 1 National Parks: NEW FOREST. 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 Dibden

In the last 24 months, 7 planning applications were submitted near Dibden. Of these, 67% were approved, with an average decision time of 73 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 Dibden.

The average decision period of 73 days exceeds the 8-week target for minor applications but falls within the 13-week target for major schemes. Applicants should plan for approximately 11 weeks from submission to decision.

The most common application types near Dibden were full planning applications (3), outline applications (2), tree works (1). Full planning applications account for 43% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

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