How long do planning decisions take near Hightown (SO19)?

The average planning decision time near Hightown (SO19) is 57 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 (SO19)?

The planning approval rate near Hightown (SO19) is 67%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Hightown (SO19)?

The most common type of planning application near Hightown (SO19) is tree works applications, with 5 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Hightown (SO19)?

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Hightown (SO19), Hampshire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Hightown (SO19), Hampshire.

Hampshire · England · settlement

Planning applications in Hightown (SO19) are administered by Basingstoke And Deane Borough Council. View the full Basingstoke And Deane Borough Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.

About Hightown (SO19)

Hightown is a village located in the New Forest district of Hampshire, England, just 0.8 miles (1.3 km) northwest of the nearby town of Ringwood. This picturesque village offers a unique setting for planning applications, benefiting from its proximity to both the New Forest and local amenities in Ringwood.

Population: 2,063

District: Ringwood

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Area Information

Admin district: Southampton
Parliamentary constituency: Southampton Itchen
LSOA: Southampton 025E

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-05.

Keyword Scorecard

Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Hightown (SO19).

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 Hightown (SO19) based on the last 24 months of planning data.

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A brief summary of Hightown (SO19) in Hampshire

There were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period. This makes Hightown (SO19) a particularly low-crime area.

Hightown (SO19) has 2 conservation areas within its boundaries: Old Bursledon, Bursledon Windmill. Planning applications within or near these conservation areas 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 Hightown (SO19) includes 1 Ancient Woodland site. 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 Hightown (SO19)

In the last 24 months, 17 planning applications were submitted near Hightown (SO19). Of these, 67% were approved, with an average decision time of 57 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 Hightown (SO19).

At 57 days on average, decisions near Hightown (SO19) slightly exceed the 8-week statutory target for minor applications, though this is common across many councils.

The most common application types near Hightown (SO19) were tree works (5), full planning applications (3), discharge of conditions (2). 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 large-scale (major) development, 10 smaller schemes were submitted.

2 planning appeals were lodged, of which 0 were allowed and 2 were dismissed (0% success rate). This low success rate indicates that the council's refusal decisions are generally upheld by the Planning Inspectorate.

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