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Planning in Hightown (BH24)

Approved
96%
23 of 24 decided
Decision time
about 10 weeks
on average

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Hightown (BH24) in the last 24 months, from New Forest District Council's planning register.

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About Hightown (BH24)

Hightown is a quaint village located in the New Forest district of Hampshire, England, situated just 0.8 miles (1.3 km) from the nearby town of Ringwood. This proximity to Ringwood makes Hightown an appealing spot for those interested in planning applications, as it offers a blend of rural charm and convenient access to urban amenities. The settlement has a population of approximately 2,063. It sits within the Ringwood district.

Property prices in Hightown show an average sale price of £510,670, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry.

The area around Hightown has 5 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Hightown 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 Hightown, 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, 30 planning applications were submitted near Hightown. Of these, 96% were approved, with an average decision time of 68 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (14), outline applications (5).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Hightown (BH24)?
In the last 24 months, 30 planning applications were submitted near Hightown (BH24). The approval rate is 96%.
How long do planning decisions take near Hightown (BH24)?
The average planning decision time near Hightown (BH24) is 68 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 Hightown (BH24)?
The planning approval rate near Hightown (BH24) is 96%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Hightown (BH24)?
The most common type of planning application near Hightown (BH24) is full planning applications, with 14 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Hightown (BH24)?
You can search and track planning applications near Hightown (BH24) on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.