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Planning in Harefield

Approved
80%
44 of 50 decided
Decision time
about 7 weeks
on average

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Harefield in the last 24 months, from Southampton City Council's planning register.

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Around Harefield

Postcode districts

SO18 95 applications in the last 12 monthsSO30 173 applications in the last 12 monthsSO19 130 applications in the last 12 months

Applications in each district in the last 12 months.

Planning authority: Southampton City Council

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About Harefield

Harefield is a suburb and Electoral Ward located near Bitterne in Southampton, England. The area features a small council housing estate developed around 1952/53, situated on the 238-acre estate of Harefield House, alongside a variety of private housing options. This combination of housing types makes Harefield a key area for planning applications and community development in Southampton.

There are currently no active flood warnings for the Harefield area, indicating a relatively low flood risk at present. This is a positive factor for both existing residents and those considering property purchases or new developments.

In terms of safety, there were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period (May 2026). This makes Harefield a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Harefield has 1 nature designation nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Harefield 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.

To comment on or object to a planning application near Harefield, 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, 77 planning applications were submitted near Harefield. Of these, 80% were approved, with an average decision time of 52 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (14), tree works (11), outline applications (7).

1 planning appeal was lodged, of which 0 were allowed and 1 was dismissed (0% success rate).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Harefield?
In the last 24 months, 77 planning applications were submitted near Harefield. The approval rate is 80%.
How long do planning decisions take near Harefield?
The average planning decision time near Harefield is 52 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 Harefield?
The planning approval rate near Harefield is 80%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Harefield?
The most common type of planning application near Harefield is full planning applications, with 14 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Harefield?
You can search and track planning applications near Harefield on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.