How long do planning decisions take near Hollington?

The average planning decision time near Hollington is 92 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 Hollington?

The planning approval rate near Hollington is 100%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Hollington?

The most common type of planning application near Hollington is full planning applications, with 2 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Hollington?

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Hollington, Hampshire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Hollington, Hampshire.

Hampshire · England · settlement

Planning applications in Hollington 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 Hollington

Hollington is a village and civil parish located in the picturesque North Wessex Downs Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty in Hampshire, England, near the Berkshire border. Notably, it is home to Highclere Castle, a Victorian estate associated with the Earl of Carnarvon, which has gained fame as a filming location for popular series such as Downton Abbey. This charming village offers a unique blend of historical significance and scenic surroundings, making it an interesting area for planning applications.

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £382,776 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: Basingstoke and Deane
Parliamentary constituency: North West Hampshire
LSOA: Basingstoke and Deane 004D

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-05.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Hollington.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Hollington based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

1 planning application found near Hollington.

- Kinghams Farm House Hollington Lane Highclere Newbury Hampshire RG20 9SB
Details pursuant to discharge Biodiversity Net Gain condition under paragraph 13 of Schedule 7A of the Town and Country Planning Act 1990 for planning permission 26/00558/FUL
Status: Undecided | Council: Basingstoke | Date: 2026-05-11
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A brief summary of Hollington in Hampshire

Property prices in Hollington show an average sale price of £382,776, 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 Hollington a particularly low-crime area.

Hollington has 2 conservation areas within its boundaries: East End, Ashmansworth. 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 Hollington includes 20 Ancient Woodland sites; 1 Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB): North Wessex Downs. 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 Hollington

In the last 24 months, 6 planning applications were submitted near Hollington. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 92 days.

This is notably above the national average of approximately 87%, suggesting a relatively permissive planning environment. Applicants near Hollington may find that well-prepared applications have a strong chance of success.

With an average of 92 days, decisions near Hollington take longer than the statutory targets. Applicants should budget for a 4-month timeline and consider pre-application discussions to avoid delays.

The most common application types near Hollington were full planning applications (2), outline applications (1), listed building and heritage (1). Full planning applications account for 33% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

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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