How long do planning decisions take near Lockerley?

The average planning decision time near Lockerley is 136 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 Lockerley?

The planning approval rate near Lockerley is 50%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Lockerley?

The most common type of planning application near Lockerley is full planning applications, with 3 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Lockerley?

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Lockerley, Hampshire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Lockerley, Hampshire.

Hampshire · England · settlement

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About Lockerley

Lockerley is a picturesque village and civil parish located in Hampshire, England, near the Wiltshire border. Situated on the southern bank of the River Dun, it is approximately two miles from where the river meets the River Test and about 4 kilometres east of West Dean. With a population of around 827 residents, Lockerley is in close proximity to Romsey, approximately 8 kilometres to the southeast, and about 13 miles from Salisbury, making it a charming area for prospective planning applications.

Population: 886 (2021)

District: Test Valley

Website: http://communities.hants.gov.uk/lockerley-index/lockerley-communityinformation.htm

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Property Prices

Average property sale price: £495,867 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: Test Valley
Parliamentary constituency: Romsey and Southampton North
LSOA: Test Valley 011A

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Lockerley.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Lockerley based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

1 planning application found near Lockerley.

- Northside Lockerley Green Lockerley Romsey Hampshire SO51 0JN
Two-storey and single storey infill/side extension, replacement and additional fenestration, front porch, installation of rooflight and associated landscaping
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Test Valley | Date: 2024-08-21
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A brief summary of Lockerley in Hampshire

Property prices in Lockerley show an average sale price of £495,867, 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 Lockerley a particularly low-crime area.

Ecology & Nature Designations

The area around Lockerley includes 1 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Mottisfont Bats SSSI; 14 Ancient Woodland sites; 1 Special Areas of Conservation (SAC): Mottisfont Bats. 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, Lockerley planning applications can be searched by entering a local postcode above. Further local information can be found on the community website at http://communities.hants.gov.uk/lockerley-index/lockerley-communityinformation.htm. 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 Lockerley

In the last 24 months, 6 planning applications were submitted near Lockerley. Of these, 50% were approved, with an average decision time of 136 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 Lockerley.

With an average of 136 days, decisions near Lockerley take longer than the statutory targets. Applicants should budget for a 5-month timeline and consider pre-application discussions to avoid delays.

The most common application types near Lockerley were full planning applications (3), outline applications (1), tree works (1). Full planning applications account for 50% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

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