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Planning in Lordswood

Approved
89%
32 of 35 decided
Decision time
about 8 weeks
on average

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Lordswood in the last 24 months, from Southampton City Council's planning register.

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Around Lordswood

Postcode districts

SO16 349 applications in the last 12 monthsSO15 200 applications in the last 12 months

Applications in each district in the last 12 months.

Planning authority: Southampton City Council

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About Lordswood

Lordswood is a district located in the northern part of Greater Southampton, Hampshire. It shares borders with Lordshill, Chilworth, Aldermoor, and Bassett, making it a key area for planning applications within the region.

Property prices in Lordswood show an average sale price of £354,430, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Lordswood 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 Lordswood a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Lordswood has 5 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Lordswood 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 Lordswood, 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, 73 planning applications were submitted near Lordswood. Of these, 89% were approved, with an average decision time of 53 days.

The most common types were tree works (12), discharge of conditions (10), outline applications (2).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Lordswood?
In the last 24 months, 73 planning applications were submitted near Lordswood. The approval rate is 89%.
How long do planning decisions take near Lordswood?
The average planning decision time near Lordswood is 53 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 Lordswood?
The planning approval rate near Lordswood is 89%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Lordswood?
The most common type of planning application near Lordswood is tree works applications, with 12 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Lordswood?
You can search and track planning applications near Lordswood on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.