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Planning in Headley Down

Approved
89%
17 of 19 decided
Decision time
about 10 weeks
on average

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Headley Down in the last 24 months, from East Hampshire District Council's planning register.

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About Headley Down

Headley Down is a village located in the civil parish of Headley within the East Hampshire district of Hampshire, England. Surrounded on two sides by the National Trust’s Ludshott Common heathland reserve, the village developed from a small number of buildings in the 1870s into a thriving community that expanded significantly in the 20th century, surpassing the original parish centre of Headley. This growth presents various planning opportunities and considerations in the area. It sits within the Headley district.

Property prices in Headley Down show an average sale price of £432,716, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Headley Down 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 Headley Down a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Headley Down has 12 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

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

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To comment on or object to a planning application near Headley Down, 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, 58 planning applications were submitted near Headley Down. Of these, 89% were approved, with an average decision time of 71 days.

The most common types were tree works (13), full planning applications (9), outline applications (2).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Headley Down?
In the last 24 months, 58 planning applications were submitted near Headley Down. The approval rate is 89%.
How long do planning decisions take near Headley Down?
The average planning decision time near Headley Down is 71 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 Headley Down?
The planning approval rate near Headley Down is 89%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Headley Down?
The most common type of planning application near Headley Down is tree works applications, with 13 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Headley Down?
You can search and track planning applications near Headley Down on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.