How long do planning decisions take near Keyhaven?

The average planning decision time near Keyhaven is 50 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 Keyhaven?

The planning approval rate near Keyhaven is 80%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Keyhaven?

The most common type of planning application near Keyhaven is full planning applications, with 5 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Keyhaven?

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Keyhaven, Hampshire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Keyhaven, Hampshire.

Hampshire · England · settlement

Planning applications in Keyhaven 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 Keyhaven

Keyhaven, a charming hamlet on the south coast of Hampshire, is known for its fishing heritage, though the industry has seen a decline in recent years. Today, the area attracts visitors primarily for its tourism and sailing opportunities, making it a key location for those interested in planning applications related to leisure and coastal development.

District: Milford-on-Sea

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £463,450 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: New Forest
Parliamentary constituency: New Forest West
LSOA: New Forest 019D

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Keyhaven.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Keyhaven based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

13 planning applications found near Keyhaven.

- 12, HAREWOOD GREEN, KEYHAVEN, LYMINGTON, SO41 0TZ
Prune 1 x False Acacia tree (T1 on the plan) (Tree above is T3 of TPO 127/02)
Status: Undecided | Type: Trees | Council: New Forest (Park) | Date: 2026-06-03
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- Bellairs, LYMORE LANE, KEYHAVEN, LYMINGTON, SO41 0TS
Prune 1 x Ash tree (T1 on the plan)
Status: Undecided | Type: Trees | Council: New Forest (Park) | Date: 2026-05-21
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- Wigeon Cottage, LYMORE LANE, KEYHAVEN, LYMINGTON, SO41 0TS
Prune 1 x group of 3 Holm Oak trees (G1 on the plan)
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: New Forest (Park) | Date: 2026-02-25
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- Milford On Sea (MILS) E2L5 11kv Circuit
Application for screening opinion under Regulation 6 (schedule 2) of the Town and Country Planning (Environmental Impact Assessment) Regulations 2017 in respect of 2no. replacement poles
Status: Permitted | Type: Outline | Council: New Forest (Park) | Date: 2025-12-22
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- Faraway West, Faraway, ILEY POINT, KEYHAVEN, LYMINGTON, SO41 0TR
Application for discharge of conditions 3 and 5 of planning permission 25/00353FULL for outbuilding to be used as workshop, utility, office and summerhouse; raised terrace and landscaping (demolition
Status: Conditions | Type: Conditions | Council: New Forest (Park) | Date: 2025-11-17
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- Forfeits, LYMORE LANE, KEYHAVEN, LYMINGTON, SO41 0TS
Prune group of 6 trees which are 2 x Hawthorn, 2 x Field Maple, 2 x Elm trees Prune 1 x Magnolia tree
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: New Forest (Park) | Date: 2025-08-19
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- VALLEY COTTAGE HOLIDAYS, LYMORE LANE, MILFORD-ON-SEA SO41 0TS
Variation of condition 2 of application 23/10685 to allow a solid pitched roof to replace the approved wild flower roof
Status: Rejected | Type: Conditions | Council: New Forest (District) | Date: 2025-04-16
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- Faraway West, Faraway, ILEY POINT, KEYHAVEN, LYMINGTON, SO41 0TR
Outbuilding to be used as workshop, utility, office and summerhouse; raised terrace and landscaping (demolition of existing garage/workshop)
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: New Forest (Park) | Date: 2025-03-26
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- Keyhaven House, SALTGRASS LANE, KEYHAVEN, LYMINGTON, SO41 0TQ
Fell - dead Horse Chestnut
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: New Forest (Park) | Date: 2024-11-03
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- Tomorrow, SALTGRASS LANE, KEYHAVEN, LYMINGTON, SO41 0TQ
Replacement dwelling; 1no. outbuilding; 1no greenhouse; walled garden; access retaining walls; associated landscaping; external lighting; demolition existing dwelling and attached outbuilding
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: New Forest (Park) | Date: 2023-07-18
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- Fishers Mead, KEYHAVEN ROAD, KEYHAVEN, LYMINGTON, SO41 0TP
Prune overhanging branches on multiple tree species.
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: New Forest (Park) | Date: 2023-06-10
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- Bellairs, LYMORE LANE, KEYHAVEN, LYMINGTON, SO41 0TS
Proposed single storey extension with roof terrace above (demolish existing extension); associated external alterations
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: New Forest (Park) | Date: 2023-04-26
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- Carrick Corner, NEW ROAD, KEYHAVEN, LYMINGTON, SO41 0TN
Single-storey additions; roof alterations to include change to roof form & roof lights
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: New Forest (Park) | Date: 2023-03-30
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A brief summary of Keyhaven in Hampshire

Property prices in Keyhaven show an average sale price of £463,450, 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 Keyhaven a particularly low-crime area.

Keyhaven has 2 conservation areas within its boundaries: Keyhaven, Milford-on-Sea. 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 Keyhaven includes 1 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Hurst Castle and Lymington River Estuary SSSI; 1 Special Areas of Conservation (SAC): Solent Maritime; 3 Special Protection Areas (SPA): Solent and Dorset Coast, Solent & Southampton Water; 1 Ramsar Wetland Sites: Solent & Southampton Water; 1 National Parks: NEW FOREST. 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 Keyhaven

In the last 24 months, 15 planning applications were submitted near Keyhaven. Of these, 80% were approved, with an average decision time of 50 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 Keyhaven.

The average decision time of 50 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Keyhaven were full planning applications (5), tree works (5), discharge of conditions (2). Full planning applications account for 33% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

In terms of development scale, 1 medium-scale application, 12 smaller schemes were submitted.

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