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Planning in Farnborough

Approved
84%
107 of 117 decided
Decision time
about 7 weeks
on average

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Farnborough in the last 24 months, from Rushmoor Borough Council's planning register.

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About Farnborough

Farnborough, situated in the Rushmoor district of Hampshire, England, is a vibrant town with a population of approximately 60,652 as of the 2021 census. Renowned for its strong ties to aviation and engineering, Farnborough is home to key institutions such as Farnborough Airport, the Royal Aircraft Establishment, and the Air Accidents Investigation Branch, as well as the prestigious Farnborough International Airshow. This dynamic environment makes it a significant location for planning applications related to aviation, technology, and infrastructure development. The town has a population of approximately 65,034 (2011 estimate). It sits within the Rushmoor district.

Farnborough sits at an elevation of 65 metres above sea level. The surrounding landscape and character of the area play an important role in how planning applications are assessed by the local authority.

Property prices in Farnborough show an average sale price of £389,901, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Farnborough 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 Farnborough, 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, 152 planning applications were submitted near Farnborough. Of these, 84% were approved, with an average decision time of 50 days.

The most common types were tree works (36), full planning applications (27), outline applications (10).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Farnborough?
In the last 24 months, 152 planning applications were submitted near Farnborough. The approval rate is 84%.
How long do planning decisions take near Farnborough?
The average planning decision time near Farnborough is 50 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 Farnborough?
The planning approval rate near Farnborough is 84%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Farnborough?
The most common type of planning application near Farnborough is tree works applications, with 36 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Farnborough?
You can search and track planning applications near Farnborough on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.