How long do planning decisions take near Hamble-le-Rice?

The average planning decision time near Hamble-le-Rice is 48 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 Hamble-le-Rice?

The planning approval rate near Hamble-le-Rice is 89%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Hamble-le-Rice?

The most common type of planning application near Hamble-le-Rice is tree works applications, with 5 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Hamble-le-Rice?

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Hamble-le-Rice, Hampshire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Hamble-le-Rice, Hampshire.

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About Hamble-le-Rice

Hamble-le-Rice, or simply Hamble, is a picturesque village and civil parish in Hampshire's Eastleigh borough, notable for its rich maritime history as a flying training centre during World War II and its appeal as a yachting hub. The village's charming centre, The Square, showcases a traditional English village aesthetic, contrasting with nearby industrial areas. As of 2011, Hamble had a population of 4,695, making it a vibrant community for potential planning applications related to residential and recreational developments.

Population: 4,650 (2021)

District: Eastleigh

Website: http://www.hamblepc.org.uk/

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Area Information

Admin district: Eastleigh
Parliamentary constituency: Hamble Valley
LSOA: Eastleigh 014C

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Hamble-le-Rice.

Keyword Scorecard

Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Hamble-le-Rice.

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 Hamble-le-Rice based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

4 planning applications found near Hamble-le-Rice.

- 8 COPSE LANE, HAMBLE-LE-RICE, SOUTHAMPTON, SO31 4QH
2no. Yew (T1 & T2) - Crown reduce by 2m in height and up to 1m in width to maintain good form and green foliage. Work on these trees is required as an orchard has been planted and these 2 x yew trees
Status: Undecided | Type: Trees | Council: Eastleigh | Date: 2026-03-23
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- 34 CIRRUS GARDENS, HAMBLE-LE-RICE, SOUTHAMPTON, SO31 4RH
Lawful Development Certificate for Proposed Single Storey Rear Extension Across Full Width of Existing Detached Dwelling and Extending Out by 3.0m. Conversion of Existing Integral Single Garage Into H
Status: Permitted | Type: Amendment | Council: Eastleigh | Date: 2026-03-04
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- 6 DEANFIELD CLOSE, HAMBLE-LE-RICE, SOUTHAMPTON, SO31 4JJ
Prior Notification for a single storey rear extension extending 8.0 metres beyond the original rear wall of the dwellinghouse, with a maximum height of 2.7 metres and an eaves height of 2.4 metres.
Status: Permitted | Type: Outline | Council: Eastleigh | Date: 2026-02-19
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- 9, Southpoint, Ensign Way, Hamble, SO31 4RF
Discharge of Conditions 2a (Acoustic Enclosure Specification), and 4 a & b ( Noise Testing) of permission ref. PN/25/99086 for Change of Use of Class E office floor space to 4 x residential flats (Cla
Status: Permitted | Type: Conditions | Council: Eastleigh | Date: 2025-07-16
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A brief summary of Hamble-le-Rice in Hampshire

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

Hamble-le-Rice has one conservation area within its boundaries: Hamble. 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 Hamble-le-Rice includes 2 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Hythe to Calshot Marshes SSSI, Lee-on-The Solent to Itchen Estuary SSSI; 2 Ancient Woodland sites; 2 Special Areas of Conservation (SAC): Solent Maritime; 6 Special Protection Areas (SPA): Solent and Dorset Coast, Solent & Southampton Water; 5 Ramsar Wetland Sites: Solent & Southampton Water. 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, Hamble-le-Rice planning applications can be searched by entering a local postcode above. Further local information can be found on the community website at http://www.hamblepc.org.uk/. 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 Hamble-le-Rice

In the last 24 months, 15 planning applications were submitted near Hamble-le-Rice. Of these, 89% were approved, with an average decision time of 48 days.

This is slightly above the national average of approximately 87%, indicating a broadly favourable planning environment near Hamble-le-Rice.

The average decision time of 48 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Hamble-le-Rice were tree works (5), full planning applications (3), amendments (3). The significant number of tree-related applications is typical for areas with mature tree cover or active tree preservation orders.

In terms of development scale, 2 medium-scale applications, 13 smaller schemes were submitted.

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