How long do planning decisions take near Furzedown?

The average planning decision time near Furzedown is 49 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 Furzedown?

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

What types of planning applications are most common near Furzedown?

The most common type of planning application near Furzedown is outline applications, with 2 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Furzedown?

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Furzedown, Hampshire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Furzedown, Hampshire.

Hampshire · England · settlement

Planning applications in Furzedown are administered by Test Valley Borough Council. View the full Test Valley Borough Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.

About Furzedown

Furzedown is a residential suburb located in the London Borough of Wandsworth, straddling the districts of Streatham and Tooting. It is in close proximity to Tooting Commons, offering significant green space and amenities, including the popular Tooting Bec Lido, making it an attractive area for planning applications related to residential and recreational developments.

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Area Information

Admin district: Test Valley
Parliamentary constituency: Romsey and Southampton North
LSOA: Test Valley 009A

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-05.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Furzedown.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Furzedown based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

2 planning applications found near Furzedown.

- 7 Furzedown Cottages Furzedown Road Kings Somborne Stockbridge Hampshire SO20 6QJ
Application for lawful development certificate for proposed use of land to station a mobile home granny annexe for use incidental to the main dwelling
Status: Permitted | Type: Outline | Council: Test Valley | Date: 2025-10-07
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- 3 Furzedown Cottages Furzedown Road Kings Somborne Stockbridge Hampshire SO20 6QJ
Change of use to residential, garage, log store and path (retrospective)
Status: Rejected | Type: Full | Council: Test Valley | Date: 2023-03-02
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A brief summary of Furzedown in Hampshire

There were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period. This makes Furzedown a particularly low-crime area.

Furzedown has one conservation area within its boundaries: Kings Somborne. 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 Furzedown includes 11 Ancient Woodland sites. These designations may affect planning decisions, as proposals near protected sites require environmental impact assessment and may face additional restrictions.

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Planning Activity in Furzedown

In the last 24 months, 3 planning applications were submitted near Furzedown. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 49 days.

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

The average decision time of 49 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Furzedown were outline applications (2), discharge of conditions (1).

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.

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