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Planning in Eling

Approved
83%
25 of 30 decided
Decision time
about 10 weeks
on average

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

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About Eling

Eling is a village located within the civil parish of Totton and Eling in Hampshire's New Forest district. Historically, the parish was known solely as Eling, despite the nearby town of Totton being recognized as the principal settlement since at least 1875. This context may be relevant for those exploring planning applications in the area, highlighting the village's historical significance within the parish. It sits within the Totton and Eling district.

Property prices in Eling show an average sale price of £354,430, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Eling 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 (May 2026). This makes Eling a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Eling has 31 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

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

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To comment on or object to a planning application near Eling, 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, 53 planning applications were submitted near Eling. Of these, 83% were approved, with an average decision time of 73 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (19), outline applications (9), listed building and heritage (3).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Eling?
In the last 24 months, 53 planning applications were submitted near Eling. The approval rate is 83%.
How long do planning decisions take near Eling?
The average planning decision time near Eling 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 Eling?
The planning approval rate near Eling is 83%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Eling?
The most common type of planning application near Eling is full planning applications, with 19 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Eling?
You can search and track planning applications near Eling on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.