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Planning in Merry Oak

Approved
83%
20 of 23 decided
Decision time
about 5 weeks
on average

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Merry Oak in the last 24 months, from Southampton City Council's planning register.

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Around Merry Oak

Postcode districts

SO19 129 applications in the last 12 monthsSO18 95 applications in the last 12 monthsSO14 110 applications in the last 12 months

Applications in each district in the last 12 months.

Planning authority: Southampton City Council

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About Merry Oak

Merry Oak is a settlement located in Hampshire, England.

There are currently no active flood warnings for the Merry Oak area, indicating a relatively low flood risk at present. This is a positive factor for both existing residents and those considering property purchases or new developments.

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

The area around Merry Oak has 9 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Merry Oak 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.

To comment on or object to a planning application near Merry Oak, 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, 56 planning applications were submitted near Merry Oak. Of these, 83% were approved, with an average decision time of 37 days.

The most common types were outline applications (6), full planning applications (3), tree works (3).

1 planning appeal was lodged, of which 0 were allowed and 1 was dismissed (0% success rate).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Merry Oak?
In the last 24 months, 56 planning applications were submitted near Merry Oak. The approval rate is 83%.
How long do planning decisions take near Merry Oak?
The average planning decision time near Merry Oak is 37 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 Merry Oak?
The planning approval rate near Merry Oak is 83%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Merry Oak?
The most common type of planning application near Merry Oak is outline applications, with 6 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Merry Oak?
You can search and track planning applications near Merry Oak on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.