How many planning applications have been submitted near Lee?

In the last 24 months, 5 planning applications were submitted near Lee. The approval rate is 100%.

How long do planning decisions take near Lee?

The average planning decision time near Lee is 55 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 Lee?

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

What types of planning applications are most common near Lee?

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

How can I track planning applications near Lee?

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Lee, Hampshire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Lee, Hampshire.

Hampshire · England · settlement

Planning applications in Lee are administered by Test Valley Borough Council. View the full Test Valley Borough Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.

About Lee

Lee is a quaint hamlet nestled within the Romsey civil parish in the Test Valley district of Hampshire, England, situated about 2 miles south of Romsey. Notable for the Mountbatten Gallery, which was originally a church constructed in 1862, the site has served as a vibrant arts venue since 1979. Additionally, the area features charming estate cottages designed by William Eden Nesfield, adding to its historical character and appeal for potential planning applications.

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £444,316 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: Test Valley
Parliamentary constituency: Romsey and Southampton North
LSOA: Test Valley 013E

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-05.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Lee.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Lee based on the last 24 months of planning data.

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A brief summary of Lee in Hampshire

Property prices in Lee show an average sale price of £444,316, 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 Lee a particularly low-crime area.

Ecology & Nature Designations

The area around Lee includes 1 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): River Test SSSI; 10 Ancient Woodland sites. 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, Lee 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 Lee

In the last 24 months, 5 planning applications were submitted near Lee. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 55 days.

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

The average decision time of 55 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Lee were full planning applications (2), outline applications (2), other applications (1). Full planning applications account for 40% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

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