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Planning in Marchwood

Approved
95%
38 of 38 decided
Decision time
about 12 weeks
on average

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Marchwood in the last 24 months, from New Forest District Council's planning register.

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Around Marchwood

Postcode districts

SO40 257 applications in the last 12 monthsSO43 126 applications in the last 12 months

Applications in each district in the last 12 months.

Planning authority: New Forest District Council

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About Marchwood

Marchwood is a village and civil parish in Hampshire, England, situated on the eastern edge of the New Forest, nestled between Totton and Hythe. As of the 2011 census, it has a population of 6,141, making it a notable area for planning applications, particularly given its proximity to the scenic New Forest and surrounding urban developments. The settlement has a population of approximately 5,775 (2021 estimate). It sits within the New Forest district.

Property prices in Marchwood show an average sale price of £354,430, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry.

In terms of safety, there were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period (May 2026). This makes Marchwood a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Marchwood has 23 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Marchwood 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 Marchwood, 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, 49 planning applications were submitted near Marchwood. Of these, 95% were approved, with an average decision time of 82 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (23), outline applications (7), listed building and heritage (4). 1 large-scale development was submitted during this period.

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Marchwood?
In the last 24 months, 49 planning applications were submitted near Marchwood. The approval rate is 95%.
How long do planning decisions take near Marchwood?
The average planning decision time near Marchwood is 82 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 Marchwood?
The planning approval rate near Marchwood is 95%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Marchwood?
The most common type of planning application near Marchwood is full planning applications, with 23 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Marchwood?
You can search and track planning applications near Marchwood on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.