How long do planning decisions take near Lower Ratley?

The average planning decision time near Lower Ratley is 51 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 Lower Ratley?

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

What types of planning applications are most common near Lower Ratley?

The most common type of planning application near Lower Ratley is full planning applications, with 5 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Lower Ratley?

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Lower Ratley, Hampshire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Lower Ratley, Hampshire.

Hampshire · England · settlement

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

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Town Insights

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 Lower Ratley.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Lower Ratley based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

6 planning applications found near Lower Ratley.

26/01166/FULLS - Domus Barrett Church Lane Awbridge Romsey Hampshire SO51 0HN
Replace conservatory roof, windows and doors
Status: Undecided | Council: Test Valley | Date: 2026-06-02
- Domus Barrett Church Lane Awbridge Romsey Hampshire SO51 0HN
Replace conservatory roof, windows and doors
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Test Valley | Date: 2026-06-01
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- Domus Barrett Church Lane Awbridge Romsey Hampshire SO51 0HN
Raise ridge height, provision of dormer windows, rooflight and balcony to provide first floor garden storeroom, game room on detached triple garage
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Test Valley | Date: 2026-01-21
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- Berriedael Church Lane Awbridge Romsey Hampshire SO51 0HN
New entrance gates with brick piers and curved retaining walls (Amended scheme)
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Test Valley | Date: 2025-12-09
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- Berriedael Church Lane Awbridge Romsey Hampshire SO51 0HN
New entrance gates with brick piers and curved retaining walls (Retrospective)
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Test Valley | Date: 2025-12-02
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- Land West Of All Saints Church Church Lane Awbridge Romsey Hampshire SO51 0HN
Variation of condition 18 (approved plans) of 20/01448/FULLS (Proposal of three houses with detached garages and package treatment plant; provide a car park and graveyard extension for All Saints Chur
Status: Withdrawn | Type: Conditions | Council: Test Valley | Date: 2023-04-27
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A brief summary of Lower Ratley in Hampshire

Lower Ratley is a settlement located in Hampshire, England.

Property prices in Lower Ratley 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 Lower Ratley a particularly low-crime area.

Ecology & Nature Designations

The area around Lower Ratley 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, Lower Ratley 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 Lower Ratley

In the last 24 months, 15 planning applications were submitted near Lower Ratley. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 51 days.

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

The average decision time of 51 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Lower Ratley were full planning applications (5), tree works (5), discharge of conditions (2). Full planning applications account for 33% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

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