How long do planning decisions take near Lower Slackstead?

The average planning decision time near Lower Slackstead is 57 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 Slackstead?

The planning approval rate near Lower Slackstead is 0%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

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

The most common type of planning application near Lower Slackstead is outline applications, with 1 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Lower Slackstead?

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Lower Slackstead, Hampshire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Lower Slackstead, Hampshire.

Hampshire · England · settlement

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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 009C

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Lower Slackstead.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Slackstead based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

1 planning application found near Lower Slackstead.

- Woolley Green Farm Dores Lane Braishfield Romsey Hampshire SO51 0QJ
Application under Regulation 77 of the Conservation of Habitats and Species Regulations 2017 for approval under Regulation 77 to allow for off-grid campsite comprising 5 seasonal pitches
Status: Rejected | Council: Test Valley | Date: 2025-04-02
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A brief summary of Lower Slackstead in Hampshire

Lower Slackstead is a settlement located in Hampshire, England.

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

Ecology & Nature Designations

The area around Lower Slackstead includes 18 Ancient Woodland sites. These designations may affect planning decisions, as proposals near protected sites require environmental impact assessment and may face additional restrictions.

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Planning Activity in Lower Slackstead

In the last 24 months, 2 planning applications were submitted near Lower Slackstead. Of these, 0% were approved, with an average decision time of 57 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 Lower Slackstead.

At 57 days on average, decisions near Lower Slackstead slightly exceed the 8-week statutory target for minor applications, though this is common across many councils.

The most common application types near Lower Slackstead were outline applications (1).

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