How long do planning decisions take near Hartfordbridge?

The average planning decision time near Hartfordbridge is 61 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 Hartfordbridge?

The planning approval rate near Hartfordbridge is 80%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Hartfordbridge?

The most common type of planning application near Hartfordbridge is tree works applications, with 11 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Hartfordbridge?

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Hartfordbridge, Hampshire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Hartfordbridge, Hampshire.

Hampshire · England · settlement

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About Hartfordbridge

Hartfordbridge is a quaint hamlet located in the Hart District of Hampshire, England. Situated along the A30 road, it lies just 2 miles from Hartley Wintney, making it a notable area for potential planning applications in a picturesque rural setting.

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £454,305 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: Basingstoke and Deane
Parliamentary constituency: North East Hampshire
LSOA: Basingstoke and Deane 005C

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Hartfordbridge.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Hartfordbridge based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

3 planning applications found near Hartfordbridge.

- Arlots Farm Elvetham Lane Elvetham Hook Hampshire RG27 8AJ
G1 - 2 x Oaks - Crown Lift to 6 m from ground level and reduce ends of larger limbs by up to 2 meters
Status: Undecided | Type: Trees | Council: Hart | Date: 2026-04-13
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- 5 Hunts Cottages Hunts Common Hartley Wintney Hook RG27 8AB
T1 - Walnut - Fell
Status: Undecided | Type: Trees | Council: Hart | Date: 2024-09-06
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- 23 Elvetham Lane Elvetham Hook Hampshire RG27 8AJ
Regulation 5 Notice of Intention to Install Fixed Line Broadband Apparatus new 10meter light wooden pole
Status: Permitted | Type: Telecoms | Council: Hart | Date: 2024-05-16
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A brief summary of Hartfordbridge in Hampshire

Property prices in Hartfordbridge show an average sale price of £454,305, 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 Hartfordbridge a particularly low-crime area.

Hartfordbridge has one conservation area within its boundaries: No data available for publication by HE. 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 Hartfordbridge includes 2 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Bramshill SSSI, Hazeley Heath SSSI; 3 Ancient Woodland sites; 3 Special Protection Areas (SPA): Thames Basin Heaths. 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 Hartfordbridge

In the last 24 months, 26 planning applications were submitted near Hartfordbridge. Of these, 80% were approved, with an average decision time of 61 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 Hartfordbridge.

At 61 days on average, decisions near Hartfordbridge slightly exceed the 8-week statutory target for minor applications, though this is common across many councils.

The most common application types near Hartfordbridge were tree works (11), full planning applications (3), outline applications (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, 1 medium-scale application, 25 smaller schemes were submitted.

2 planning appeals were lodged, of which 2 were allowed and 0 were dismissed (100% success rate). This relatively high appeal success rate suggests that the local authority may be refusing some applications that the Planning Inspectorate considers acceptable.

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