Laverstoke, Hampshire Planning Applications
Recent planning applications near Laverstoke, Hampshire.
Hampshire · England · settlement
About Laverstoke
Laverstoke is a picturesque village located in north-west Hampshire, England, situated alongside the River Test. The nearby settlement of Freefolk is included in the Laverstock census, making it an integral part of the local planning context. This charming area is noted for its rural character and potential for development, appealing to those researching planning applications in the region.
Population: 388 (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 020C
Crime Statistics
0 crimes reported in 2026-02.
Flood Risk
No active flood warnings near Laverstoke.
Keyword Scorecard
Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Laverstoke.
- 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 Laverstoke based on the last 24 months of planning data.
Nearby Applications
6 planning applications found near Laverstoke.
- - Laverstoke Mill, The Bombay Sapphire Distillery London Road Laverstoke Hampshire RG28 7NR
Provision of additional external metal louvred plant screens and bund wall for new chiller unit to east of Building 26
Status: Undecided | Type: Heritage | Council: Basingstoke | Date: 2026-02-16
View full details - - 16 Laverstoke Lane Laverstoke Hampshire RG28 7NY
Goat willow - Fell (Plan to replant in October).
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Basingstoke | Date: 2025-05-05
View full details - - Laverstoke Mill, The Bombay Sapphire Distillery London Road Laverstoke Hampshire RG28 7NR
Display of 2 no. internally illuminated entrance signage totems to replace existing at entrance gate.
Status: Permitted | Type: Advertising | Council: Basingstoke | Date: 2025-04-25
View full details - - 33 Laverstoke Lane Laverstoke Hampshire RG28 7NY
Removal of existing single storey rear conservatory extension with a new single storey rear extension with an increased footprint
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Basingstoke | Date: 2024-12-10
View full details - - The Bombay Sapphire Distillery Laverstoke Mill London Road Laverstoke Whitchurch Hampshire RG28 7NR
2 proposed louvered vents to match others installed on site at both mezzanine and first floor levels. Removal of glass panes from existing windows and installation of blanking panels to accommodate du
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Basingstoke | Date: 2023-05-17
View full details - - The Bombay Sapphire Distillery Laverstoke Mill London Road Laverstoke Whitchurch Hampshire RG28 7NR
2 proposed louvered vents to match others installed on site at both mezzanine and first floor levels. Removal of glass panes from existing windows and installation of blanking panels to accommodate du
Status: Permitted | Type: Heritage | Council: Basingstoke | Date: 2023-05-17
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A brief summary of Laverstoke in Hampshire
Laverstoke is a picturesque village located in north-west Hampshire, England, situated alongside the River Test. The nearby settlement of Freefolk is included in the Laverstock census, making it an integral part of the local planning context. This charming area is noted for its rural character and potential for development, appealing to those researching planning applications in the region. The settlement has a population of approximately 388 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Basingstoke and Deane district.
Property prices in Laverstoke 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 Laverstoke a particularly low-crime area.
Laverstoke has 2 conservation areas within its boundaries: Overton, Laverstoke and Freefolk. 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 Laverstoke includes 1 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): River Test SSSI; 4 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.
For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Laverstoke 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.
Planning Activity in Laverstoke
In the last 24 months, 6 planning applications were submitted near Laverstoke. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 42 days.
This is notably above the national average of approximately 87%, suggesting a relatively permissive planning environment. Applicants near Laverstoke may find that well-prepared applications have a strong chance of success.
The average decision time of 42 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.
The most common application types near Laverstoke were tree works (3), full planning applications (1), listed building and heritage (1). The significant number of tree-related applications is typical for areas with mature tree cover or active tree preservation orders.
Nearby Towns
Explore planning applications in nearby areas:
- Freefolk planning applications
- Lynch planning applications
- Southington planning applications
- Overton planning applications
- Foxdown planning applications
- Quidhampton planning applications
- Whitchurch planning applications
- Lynch Hill planning applications
Related Planning Guides
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- What Is Permitted Development? — Permitted development rights allow certain building works and changes of use without the need to apply for planning permission.
- How Long Does Planning Permission Take? — Typical timelines for planning permission decisions in the UK, from submission to approval, and what can cause delays.