How long do planning decisions take near East Woodhay?

The average planning decision time near East Woodhay is 30 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 East Woodhay?

The planning approval rate near East Woodhay is 100%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near East Woodhay?

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

How can I track planning applications near East Woodhay?

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East Woodhay, Hampshire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near East Woodhay, Hampshire.

Hampshire · England · settlement

Planning applications in East Woodhay are administered by Basingstoke And Deane Borough Council. View the full Basingstoke And Deane Borough Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.

About East Woodhay

East Woodhay is a picturesque village and civil parish located in Hampshire, England, roughly 5.5 miles (9 km) south-west of Newbury in Berkshire. As of the 2011 census, the parish has a population of 2,914, making it a small but vibrant community that could be of interest for those researching planning applications in the area.

Population: 2,992 (2021)

District: Basingstoke and Deane

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £382,776 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: Basingstoke and Deane
Parliamentary constituency: North West Hampshire
LSOA: Basingstoke and Deane 003C

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-05.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 East Woodhay based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

1 planning application found near East Woodhay.

- 3 - 4 Church Cottages East Woodhay Hampshire RG20 0AL
Single storey rear and two storey side extension, front porch canopy, and associated works
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Basingstoke | Date: 2026-03-20
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A brief summary of East Woodhay in Hampshire

Property prices in East Woodhay show an average sale price of £382,776, 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 East Woodhay a particularly low-crime area.

East Woodhay has 3 conservation areas within its boundaries: East End, No data available for publication by HE, North End. 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 East Woodhay includes 8 Ancient Woodland sites; 1 Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB): North Wessex Downs. 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, East Woodhay 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 East Woodhay

In the last 24 months, 7 planning applications were submitted near East Woodhay. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 30 days.

This is notably above the national average of approximately 87%, suggesting a relatively permissive planning environment. Applicants near East Woodhay may find that well-prepared applications have a strong chance of success.

The average decision time of 30 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near East Woodhay were full planning applications (3), tree works (3), outline applications (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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