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Planning in Hythe

Approved
94%
44 of 46 decided
Decision time
about 9 weeks
on average

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

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About Hythe

Hythe is a coastal town in Hampshire, England, situated along the shores of Southampton Water. The town features a vibrant shopping area, a picturesque pier, and a marina catering to yacht enthusiasts, along with a ferry service providing easy access to Southampton. This strategic location and community amenities make Hythe a key area for planning applications related to residential, commercial, and recreational developments. The settlement has a population of approximately 20,526. It sits within the Hythe and Dibden district.

Property prices in Hythe show an average sale price of £390,170, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry.

The area around Hythe has 16 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Hythe 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. Further local information can be found on the community website at http://www.hytheanddibden.gov.uk.

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To comment on or object to a planning application near Hythe, 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, 59 planning applications were submitted near Hythe. Of these, 94% were approved, with an average decision time of 66 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (19), outline applications (10), listed building and heritage (5).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Hythe?
In the last 24 months, 59 planning applications were submitted near Hythe. The approval rate is 94%.
How long do planning decisions take near Hythe?
The average planning decision time near Hythe is 66 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 Hythe?
The planning approval rate near Hythe is 94%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Hythe?
The most common type of planning application near Hythe is full planning applications, with 19 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Hythe?
You can search and track planning applications near Hythe on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.