How long do planning decisions take near Lymore?

The average planning decision time near Lymore is 72 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 Lymore?

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

What types of planning applications are most common near Lymore?

The most common type of planning application near Lymore is full planning applications, with 26 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Lymore?

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Lymore, Hampshire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Lymore, Hampshire.

Hampshire · England · settlement

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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 Lymore.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Lymore based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

6 planning applications found near Lymore.

- MUDDY CREEK CAMPING, LYMINGTON ROAD, MILFORD-ON-SEA SO41 0RF (NB: SUBJECT TO LEGAL AGREEMENT)
Application for approval under paras 75-78 of the Conservation of Habitats and Species Regulations 2017 (General Development Order) for use of site as a temporary campsite
Status: Undecided | Council: New Forest (District) | Date: 2026-01-23
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- LYMORE GATE, LYMINGTON ROAD, MILFORD-ON-SEA SO41 0QN
Sever land and erect 1 No 4 bedroom house with parking
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: New Forest (District) | Date: 2025-02-03
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- YEWTREE, LYMINGTON ROAD, MILFORD-ON-SEA, SO41 0QL
Single-storey side and two-storey rear extension including 5 no. roof lights; new front porch and removal of existing garden room
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: New Forest (District) | Date: 2024-05-17
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- SITE OF LYMEDALE (PLOT 1), LYMINGTON ROAD, MILFORD-ON-SEA SO41 0QN (NB: PROPOSED LEGAL AGREEMENT)
Variation of conditions 2 & 13 of planning permission 21/11410 to allow amended plans and elevations of the Plot 1 Garage showing a new configuration of the Bat Roost implemented as remediation works.
Status: Withdrawn | Type: Conditions | Council: New Forest (District) | Date: 2024-05-17
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- HARVEST HOUSE, LYMINGTON ROAD, MILFORD-ON-SEA SO41 0QN
Demolish existing pool house structure; construction of new single-storey pool house and gym
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: New Forest (District) | Date: 2024-01-09
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- MILFORD COTTAGE, CHURCH HILL, MILFORD-ON-SEA SO41 0QJ
Removal of timber garage; construction of new garage; alteration to the driveway and turning area
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: New Forest (District) | Date: 2023-02-02
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A brief summary of Lymore in Hampshire

Lymore is a settlement located in Hampshire, England.

Property prices in Lymore 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 Lymore a particularly low-crime area.

Lymore has 2 conservation areas within its boundaries: Keyhaven, Milford-on-Sea. 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 Lymore includes 1 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Hurst Castle and Lymington River Estuary SSSI; 3 Ancient Woodland sites; 1 Special Areas of Conservation (SAC): Solent Maritime; 3 Special Protection Areas (SPA): Solent and Dorset Coast, Solent & Southampton Water; 1 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 Lymore

In the last 24 months, 38 planning applications were submitted near Lymore. Of these, 50% were approved, with an average decision time of 72 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 Lymore.

The average decision period of 72 days exceeds the 8-week target for minor applications but falls within the 13-week target for major schemes. Applicants should plan for approximately 11 weeks from submission to decision.

The most common application types near Lymore were full planning applications (26), discharge of conditions (3), listed building and heritage (2). Full planning applications account for 68% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

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