Fordingbridge, Hampshire Planning Applications
Recent planning applications near Fordingbridge, Hampshire.
Hampshire · England · Town
Planning applications in Fordingbridge are administered by New Forest District Council. View the full New Forest District Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.
About Fordingbridge
Fordingbridge is a town and civil parish in the New Forest District of Hampshire, England, with a population of approximately 6,200 residents. Nestled along the River Avon, it lies near the borders of Dorset and Wiltshire, making it a picturesque gateway to the New Forest, which may influence local planning applications and developments in the area.
Population: 6,155 (2021)
District: New Forest
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Town Insights
Property Prices
Average property sale price: £476,859 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).
Area Information
- Admin district: Dorset
- Parliamentary constituency: North Dorset
- LSOA: Dorset 007C
Crime Statistics
0 crimes reported in 2026-05.
Flood Risk
No active flood warnings near Fordingbridge.
Keyword Scorecard
Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Fordingbridge.
- 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 Fordingbridge based on the last 24 months of planning data.
Nearby Applications
40 planning applications found near Fordingbridge.
- 26/10613 - 1 EGRET WAY, FORDINGBRIDGE SP6 1GA
Proposed estate railing to the front and side of the existing property.
Status: Undecided | Council: New Forest | Date: 2026-07-02 - - 1 EGRET WAY, FORDINGBRIDGE SP6 1GA
Proposed estate railing to the front and side of the existing property.
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: New Forest (District) | Date: 2026-07-02
View full details - 26/10570 - TOWN HALL, 63 HIGH STREET, FORDINGBRIDGE SP6 1AS
Rear access including bi-fold doors and patio; repair of existing windows on east & west elevatio...
Status: Undecided | Council: New Forest | Date: 2026-07-01 - 26/10569 - TOWN HALL, 63 HIGH STREET, FORDINGBRIDGE SP6 1AS
Rear access including patio, bi-fold doors and balustrade; repair of existing windows on east & w...
Status: Undecided | Council: New Forest | Date: 2026-07-01 - 26/10596 - 4 WILTON CLOSE, FORDINGBRIDGE SP6 1FU
Erection of a shed and greenhouse
Status: Undecided | Council: New Forest | Date: 2026-06-30 - 26/10599 - 25 SALISBURY STREET, FORDINGBRIDGE SP6 1AB
Use as1 bed flat within Class C3
Status: Undecided | Council: New Forest | Date: 2026-06-26 - - 25 SALISBURY STREET, FORDINGBRIDGE SP6 1AB
Use as1 bed flat within Class C3
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: New Forest (District) | Date: 2026-06-26
View full details - 26/10511 - 2 HIGH STREET, FORDINGBRIDGE SP6 1AX
Internally illuminated defibrillator and bleed kit cabinets to front and side elevation (Applicat...
Status: Undecided | Council: New Forest | Date: 2026-05-29 - - 2 HIGH STREET, FORDINGBRIDGE SP6 1AX
Internally illuminated defibrillator and bleed kit cabinets to front and side elevation (Application for Listed Building Consent)
Status: Undecided | Type: Heritage | Council: New Forest (District) | Date: 2026-05-28
View full details - 26/10460 - 16 SALISBURY STREET, FORDINGBRIDGE SP6 1AF
Variation of condition 3 of Planning Permission 23/10074 to amend hours of use of the cafe garden...
Status: Undecided | Council: New Forest | Date: 2026-05-21 - 26/10389 - 16 SALISBURY STREET, FORDINGBRIDGE SP6 1AF
Extension to accommodate a disabled toilet for existing cafe
Status: Undecided | Council: New Forest | Date: 2026-05-19 - - NFDC CAR PARK FORDINGBRIDGE, ROUNDHILL, FORDINGBRIDGE SP6 1AQ
Posterboard noticeboard
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: New Forest (District) | Date: 2026-03-16
View full details - - NFDC CAR PARK FORDINGBRIDGE, ROUNDHILL, FORDINGBRIDGE SP6 1AQ
Posterboard noticeboard (Application for Advertisement Consent)
Status: Undecided | Type: Advertising | Council: New Forest (District) | Date: 2026-03-16
View full details - - 2 HIGH STREET, FORDINGBRIDGE SP6 1AX
x2no. wall mounted air conditioning units; remedial damp-proofing works and general; replacement of rear bay window; access hatch to external canopy; general repair and redecoration of shopfront and i
Status: Undecided | Type: Heritage | Council: New Forest (District) | Date: 2026-02-26
View full details - - 1 ALBION ROAD, FORDINGBRIDGE SP6 1EL
Single-storey rear extension with associated external works and demolition
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: New Forest (District) | Date: 2026-02-19
View full details - - MARL COTTAGE, MARL LANE, FORDINGBRIDGE SP6 1JR
2no. outbuildings for use as garden office and gym
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: New Forest (District) | Date: 2026-01-19
View full details - - 47A HIGH STREET, FORDINGBRIDGE SP6 1AS
Internal alterations including formation of ensuite, internal insulation and replacement of flat roof covering to rear bedroom (Application for Listed Building Consent)
Status: Conditions | Type: Heritage | Council: New Forest (District) | Date: 2026-01-19
View full details - - 7 WILTON CLOSE, FORDINGBRIDGE SP6 1FU
Rear extension and attached side timber framed car port.
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: New Forest (District) | Date: 2026-01-05
View full details - - 2 HIGHBANK GARDENS, FORDINGBRIDGE SP6 1BF
Replacement Windows and Doors
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: New Forest (District) | Date: 2025-11-28
View full details - - 6 WILLOW AVENUE, FORDINGBRIDGE SP6 1LH
Single-storey rear extension (Lawful Development Certificate that permission is not required for proposal)
Status: Rejected | Type: Outline | Council: New Forest (District) | Date: 2025-08-04
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A brief summary of Fordingbridge in Hampshire
Fordingbridge is a town and civil parish in the New Forest District of Hampshire, England, with a population of approximately 6,200 residents. Nestled along the River Avon, it lies near the borders of Dorset and Wiltshire, making it a picturesque gateway to the New Forest, which may influence local planning applications and developments in the area. The Town has a population of approximately 6,155 (2021 estimate). It sits within the New Forest district.
Property prices in Fordingbridge show an average sale price of £476,859, 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 Fordingbridge a particularly low-crime area.
Fordingbridge has 2 conservation areas within its boundaries: Bickton, Fordingbridge. 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 Fordingbridge includes 1 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): River Avon System SSSI; 4 Ancient Woodland sites; 1 Special Areas of Conservation (SAC): River Avon; 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.
For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Fordingbridge 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 Fordingbridge
In the last 24 months, 48 planning applications were submitted near Fordingbridge. Of these, 0% were approved, with an average decision time of 67 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 Fordingbridge.
At 67 days on average, decisions near Fordingbridge slightly exceed the 8-week statutory target for minor applications, though this is common across many councils.
The most common application types near Fordingbridge were full planning applications (22), outline applications (5), listed building and heritage (5). Full planning applications account for 46% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.
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Related Planning Guides
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- What Is Permitted Development? — Permitted development rights allow certain building works and changes of use without the need to apply for planning permission.
- How Long Does Planning Permission Take? — Typical timelines for planning permission decisions in the UK, from submission to approval, and what can cause delays.