Lymington, Hampshire Planning Applications
Recent planning applications near Lymington, Hampshire.
Hampshire · England · Town
Planning applications in Lymington are administered by New Forest District Council. View the full New Forest District Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.
About Lymington
Lymington is a picturesque port town located on the west bank of the Lymington River along the Solent, within the New Forest district of Hampshire. Known for its maritime heritage and vibrant community, Lymington offers a unique blend of coastal charm and accessibility, making it a notable area for planning applications and development opportunities.
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Town Insights
Property Prices
Average property sale price: £463,450 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).
Area Information
- Admin district: New Forest
- Parliamentary constituency: New Forest West
- LSOA: New Forest 018D
Crime Statistics
0 crimes reported in 2026-02.
Flood Risk
No active flood warnings near Lymington.
Keyword Scorecard
Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Lymington.
- 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 Lymington based on the last 24 months of planning data.
Nearby Applications
243 planning applications found near Lymington.
- 26/10491 - 5 WYKEHAM PLACE, LYMINGTON SO41 3QT
Single-storey rear extension
Status: Undecided | Council: New Forest | Date: 2026-05-26 - - 5 WYKEHAM PLACE, LYMINGTON SO41 3QT
Single-storey rear extension
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: New Forest (District) | Date: 2026-05-25
View full details - - 39 DANIELLS WALK, LYMINGTON SO41 3PP
Variation of condition 2 of Planning Permission 26/10114 to allow increase in depth of the replacement dwelling and fenestration alterations
Status: Undecided | Type: Conditions | Council: New Forest (District) | Date: 2026-05-05
View full details - - 38 HIGH STREET, LYMINGTON SO41 9AF
The replacement of internal ATMs (Application for Listed Building Consent)
Status: Undecided | Type: Heritage | Council: New Forest (District) | Date: 2026-04-28
View full details - 26/10309 - 12 QUAY HILL, LYMINGTON SO41 3AR
Internal works including: alterations to joinery and finishes, bookshelf at first floor landing f...
Status: Undecided | Council: New Forest | Date: 2026-04-27 - 26/10359 - 2 NELSON PLACE & CAR PARK ADJACENT 1 NELSON PLACE, QUAY ROAD, LYMINGTON SO41 3RT
Remedial works to wall comprising infill repairs, weep holes, new brick butress, ground anchors a...
Status: Undecided | Council: New Forest | Date: 2026-04-23 - 26/10358 - 2 NELSON PLACE & CAR PARK ADJACENT 1 NELSON PLACE, QUAY ROAD, LYMINGTON SO41 3RT
Repairs including brick butress to wall
Status: Undecided | Council: New Forest | Date: 2026-04-23 - 26/10348 - 41-42 ST THOMAS STREET, LYMINGTON SO41 9ND
Change of use of first & second floor from Class E to x1no flat (Use Class C3); additional roofli...
Status: Undecided | Council: New Forest | Date: 2026-04-15 - 26/10349 - 41-42 ST THOMAS STREET, LYMINGTON SO41 9ND
Additional rooflight, change of window to door, and internal alterations including new walls and ...
Status: Undecided | Council: New Forest | Date: 2026-04-15 - - 2 NELSON PLACE & CAR PARK ADJACENT 1 NELSON PLACE, QUAY ROAD, LYMINGTON SO41 3RT
Remedial works to wall comprising infill repairs, weep holes, new brick butress, ground anchors and pattress plates (Application for Listed Building Consent)
Status: Undecided | Type: Heritage | Council: New Forest (District) | Date: 2026-04-13
View full details - 26/10331 - 22 CAPTAINS ROW, LYMINGTON SO41 9RR
Increase width of existing rear extension by 400mm and add new pitched roof with rooflights; remo...
Status: Undecided | Council: New Forest | Date: 2026-04-13 - 26/10344 - 31A ST THOMAS STREET, LYMINGTON SO41 9NE
Display 1 x non-illuminated fascia sign and associated works to shopfront (Application for Listed...
Status: Undecided | Council: New Forest | Date: 2026-04-10 - 26/10345 - 31A ST THOMAS STREET, LYMINGTON SO41 9NE
Display 1 x non-illuminated fascia sign and associated works to shopfront.(Application for Advert...
Status: Undecided | Council: New Forest | Date: 2026-04-10 - - 31A ST THOMAS STREET, LYMINGTON SO41 9NE
Display 1 x non-illuminated fascia sign and associated works to shopfront.(Application for Advertisement Consent)
Status: Undecided | Type: Advertising | Council: New Forest (District) | Date: 2026-04-09
View full details - - 31A ST THOMAS STREET, LYMINGTON SO41 9NE
Display 1 x non-illuminated fascia sign and associated works to shopfront (Application for Listed Building Consent)
Status: Undecided | Type: Heritage | Council: New Forest (District) | Date: 2026-04-09
View full details - 26/10329 - 52D HIGH STREET, LYMINGTON SO41 9AG
Extension to the second floor and fenestration, external and internal alterations associated with...
Status: Undecided | Council: New Forest | Date: 2026-04-08 - 26/10328 - 52D HIGH STREET, LYMINGTON SO41 9AG
Change of use of first floor (from redundant retail and office space) and the extension of the ex...
Status: Undecided | Council: New Forest | Date: 2026-04-08 - 26/10314 - 78-80 HIGH STREET, LYMINGTON SO41 9ZX
Fascia sign and 2 no. non-illuminated double sided projecting signs to front elevation (Applicati...
Status: Undecided | Council: New Forest | Date: 2026-04-07 - - 52D HIGH STREET, LYMINGTON SO41 9AG
Extension to the second floor and fenestration, external and internal alterations associated with a conversion to provide 4 no. self-contained apartments (Application for Listed Building Consent)
Status: Undecided | Type: Heritage | Council: New Forest (District) | Date: 2026-04-02
View full details - - 52D HIGH STREET, LYMINGTON SO41 9AG
Change of use of first floor (from redundant retail and office space) and the extension of the existing building to provide a new second floor to form 4no. new self-contained apartments; associated fe
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: New Forest (District) | Date: 2026-04-02
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A brief summary of Lymington in Hampshire
Lymington is a picturesque port town located on the west bank of the Lymington River along the Solent, within the New Forest district of Hampshire. Known for its maritime heritage and vibrant community, Lymington offers a unique blend of coastal charm and accessibility, making it a notable area for planning applications and development opportunities.
Property prices in Lymington show an average sale price of £463,450, 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 Lymington a particularly low-crime area.
Lymington has 4 conservation areas within its boundaries: Lymington, Forest South East, Buckland, King's Saltern. Planning applications within or near these conservation areas are subject to additional scrutiny to preserve the architectural and historic character of the area. Homeowners and developers should be aware that permitted development rights may be restricted.
Ecology & Nature Designations
The area around Lymington includes 3 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Lymington River Reedbeds SSSI, Lymington River SSSI, Hurst Castle and Lymington River Estuary SSSI; 4 Ancient Woodland sites; 5 Special Areas of Conservation (SAC): Solent & Isle of Wight Lagoons, Solent Maritime; 2 Special Protection Areas (SPA): Solent & Southampton Water; 2 Ramsar Wetland Sites: Solent & Southampton Water; 1 National Parks: NEW FOREST. 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 Lymington
In the last 24 months, 182 planning applications were submitted near Lymington. Of these, 48% were approved, with an average decision time of 68 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 Lymington.
At 68 days on average, decisions near Lymington slightly exceed the 8-week statutory target for minor applications, though this is common across many councils.
The most common application types near Lymington were full planning applications (87), listed building and heritage (29), discharge of conditions (12). Full planning applications account for 48% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.
8 planning appeals were lodged, of which 2 were allowed and 6 were dismissed (25% success rate).
Application Outcomes
- Approved: 14 applications
- Refused: 11 applications
- Withdrawn: 4 applications
- Awaiting decision: 153 applications
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Related Planning Guides
- What Is Planning Permission in the UK? — Planning permission is the formal approval you need from your local council before making certain changes to a building or piece of land.
- What Is Permitted Development? — Permitted development rights allow certain building works and changes of use without the need to apply for planning permission.
- How Long Does Planning Permission Take? — Typical timelines for planning permission decisions in the UK, from submission to approval, and what can cause delays.