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Planning in Lee-on-the-Solent

Approved
100%
18 of 18 decided
Decision time
about 9 weeks
on average

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Lee-on-the-Solent in the last 24 months, from Gosport Borough Council's planning register.

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About Lee-on-the-Solent

Lee-on-the-Solent, a coastal district in the borough of Gosport, Hampshire, is situated approximately five miles west of Portsmouth along the Solent. Predominantly residential, it experiences a significant influx of local visitors during the summer months and is historically notable as the former site of the Royal Naval Air Station HMS Daedalus. This blend of residential living and seasonal tourism may influence planning considerations in the area.

Property prices in Lee-on-the-Solent show an average sale price of £355,096, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Lee-on-the-Solent area, indicating a relatively low flood risk at present. This is a positive factor for both existing residents and those considering property purchases or new developments.

In terms of safety, there were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period (May 2026). This makes Lee-on-the-Solent a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Lee-on-the-Solent has 5 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Lee-on-the-Solent 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.

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To comment on or object to a planning application near Lee-on-the-Solent, 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, 50 planning applications were submitted near Lee-on-the-Solent. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 61 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (14), tree works (5), outline applications (1). 2 large-scale developments were submitted during this period.

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Lee-on-the-Solent?
In the last 24 months, 50 planning applications were submitted near Lee-on-the-Solent. The approval rate is 100%.
How long do planning decisions take near Lee-on-the-Solent?
The average planning decision time near Lee-on-the-Solent is 61 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-on-the-Solent?
The planning approval rate near Lee-on-the-Solent is 100%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Lee-on-the-Solent?
The most common type of planning application near Lee-on-the-Solent is full planning applications, with 14 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Lee-on-the-Solent?
You can search and track planning applications near Lee-on-the-Solent on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.