How long do planning decisions take near Hurstbourne Priors?

The average planning decision time near Hurstbourne Priors is 27 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 Hurstbourne Priors?

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

What types of planning applications are most common near Hurstbourne Priors?

The most common type of planning application near Hurstbourne Priors is tree works applications, with 4 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Hurstbourne Priors?

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Hurstbourne Priors, Hampshire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Hurstbourne Priors, Hampshire.

Hampshire · England · settlement

Planning applications in Hurstbourne Priors 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 Hurstbourne Priors

Population: 380 (2021)

District: Basingstoke and Deane

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £402,170 (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 020B

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Hurstbourne Priors.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Hurstbourne Priors based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

5 planning applications found near Hurstbourne Priors.

- Recreation Ground Longparish Road Hurstbourne Priors Hampshire RG28 7SB
Land opposite village hall - Lime tree: Reduction in height by approx. 4m leaving remaining height of 18m.
Status: Undecided | Type: Trees | Council: Basingstoke | Date: 2026-05-20
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- The Limes Longparish Road Hurstbourne Priors Hampshire RG28 7SE
T1 - Juglans regia - 3m Crown reduction, finished height of 10m
Status: Undecided | Type: Trees | Council: Basingstoke | Date: 2026-05-04
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- 17 Hurstbourne Priors Whitchurch Hampshire RG28 7SE
T1, T2, T3 Conifers - fell
Status: Undecided | Type: Trees | Council: Basingstoke | Date: 2026-04-27
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- 23 Longparish Road Hurstbourne Priors Hampshire RG28 7SE
Single storey rear extension
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Basingstoke | Date: 2026-03-27
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- 43 Stoke Lane Hurstbourne Priors Hampshire RG28 7SB
T1 - Juglans regia - 5m Reduction T2 - Acer platanoides 'drumondii' - Reduce back south facing branches back to boundary fence
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Basingstoke | Date: 2025-09-03
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A brief summary of Hurstbourne Priors in Hampshire

Hurstbourne Priors is a quaint village and civil parish located in the Basingstoke and Deane district of Hampshire, England. Situated about 1.8 miles (3.1 km) south-west of Whitchurch, it offers a serene rural setting that may be of interest for planning applications in the area. The settlement has a population of approximately 380 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Basingstoke and Deane district.

Property prices in Hurstbourne Priors show an average sale price of £402,170, 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 Hurstbourne Priors a particularly low-crime area.

Hurstbourne Priors has 2 conservation areas within its boundaries: Longparish, Hurstbourne Priors. 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 Hurstbourne Priors includes 2 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): East Aston Common SSSI, River Test SSSI; 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 Hurstbourne Priors

In the last 24 months, 5 planning applications were submitted near Hurstbourne Priors. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 27 days.

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

The average decision time of 27 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Hurstbourne Priors were tree works (4), full planning applications (1). The significant number of tree-related applications is typical for areas with mature tree cover or active tree preservation orders.

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