Freemantle, Hampshire Planning Applications
Recent planning applications near Freemantle, Hampshire.
Hampshire · England · settlement
About Freemantle
Freemantle is a vibrant suburb and electoral ward located in Southampton, England. Known for its residential character and community amenities, it offers a mix of housing options that may be relevant for those exploring planning applications in the area.
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Area Information
- Admin district: Southampton
- Parliamentary constituency: Southampton Itchen
- LSOA: Southampton 023B
Crime Statistics
0 crimes reported in 2026-02.
Flood Risk
No active flood warnings near Freemantle.
Keyword Scorecard
Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Freemantle.
- 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 Freemantle based on the last 24 months of planning data.
Nearby Applications
8 planning applications found near Freemantle.
- - 160 Millbrook Road East Southampton SO15 1JR
Conversion from Commercial, Business and Service (Use Class E) to 6 x one bed flats (Use Class C3) with a single-storey rear extension and loft conversion with roof alterations and dormers on rear ele
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Southampton | Date: 2026-02-12
View full details - - 162 Millbrook Road East Southampton SO15 1EB
Change of use from 6-bedroom HMO (Class C4) to 11-person HMO (Sui Generis) with a single-storey rear extension and loft conversion with dormers on rear elevation and roof alterations with associated a
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Southampton | Date: 2026-01-28
View full details - - 27 Paynes Road Southampton SO15 3BX
Conversion of the existing pub and first floor flat into 5x flats (2x bedroom and 3x 1 bedroom) with two-storey rear extension with associated amenities.
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Southampton | Date: 2026-01-05
View full details - - 52 - 54 Waterloo Road Southampton SO15 3BE
Application for approval of details reserved by conditions 07 (Energy Efficiency) and 08 (Water efficiency) of planning permission ref 24/01031/FUL for 7 flats.
Status: Permitted | Type: Conditions | Council: Southampton | Date: 2025-11-18
View full details - - 75 - 79 Shirley Road Southampton SO15 3EZ
Non-material amendment sought to planning permission ref 22/00417/FUL for external alterations associated with change of use to 8 flats to change external materials to block work and render (retrospec
Status: Permitted | Type: Amendment | Council: Southampton | Date: 2025-10-15
View full details - - 34 Landguard Road Southampton SO15 5DP
Approval of details reserved by conditions 3 (refuse) and 4 (cycle storage) of permission 21/00734/FUL (conversion to 4 x 1 bed flats).
Status: Permitted | Type: Conditions | Council: Southampton | Date: 2024-10-11
View full details - - 36 Queenstown Road Southampton SO15 3BH
Erection of 2 x two-storey 2-Bedroom Maisonettes and associated bin and cycle storage facilities following demolition of existing workshop unit (outline application seeking approval for access, appear
Status: Rejected | Type: Outline | Council: Southampton | Date: 2023-08-17
View full details - - 132 Shirley Road Southampton SO15 3FD
Application for approval of details reserved by conditions 6 (extract ventilation) and 8 (water and energy) of planning permission ref 21/01772/FUL for a two storey side extension including first floo
Status: Permitted | Type: Conditions | Council: Southampton | Date: 2023-04-27
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A brief summary of Freemantle in Hampshire
Freemantle is a vibrant suburb and electoral ward located in Southampton, England. Known for its residential character and community amenities, it offers a mix of housing options that may be relevant for those exploring planning applications in the area.
There were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period. This makes Freemantle a particularly low-crime area.
Freemantle has one conservation area within its boundaries: St James Road. Planning applications within or near this conservation area 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 Freemantle includes 1 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Southampton Common SSSI; 1 Special Protection Areas (SPA): Solent and Dorset Coast. 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, Freemantle 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 Freemantle
In the last 24 months, 22 planning applications were submitted near Freemantle. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 55 days.
This is notably above the national average of approximately 87%, suggesting a relatively permissive planning environment. Applicants near Freemantle may find that well-prepared applications have a strong chance of success.
The average decision time of 55 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.
The most common application types near Freemantle were full planning applications (8), amendments (5), discharge of conditions (4). Full planning applications account for 36% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.
1 planning appeal was lodged, of which 0 were allowed and 1 was dismissed (0% success rate). This low success rate indicates that the council's refusal decisions are generally upheld by the Planning Inspectorate.
Nearby Towns
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- Southampton planning applications
Related Planning Guides
- What Is Planning Permission in the UK? — Planning permission is the formal approval you need from your local council before making certain changes to a building or piece of land.
- 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.