How long do planning decisions take near Middleton?

The average planning decision time near Middleton is 28 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 Middleton?

The planning approval rate near Middleton is 100%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Middleton?

The most common type of planning application near Middleton is tree works applications, with 11 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Middleton?

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Middleton, Hampshire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Middleton, Hampshire.

Hampshire · England · settlement

Planning applications in Middleton are administered by Basingstoke And Deane Borough Council. View the full Basingstoke And Deane Borough Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.

About Middleton

Longparish is a village and civil parish in Hampshire, England, encompassing the hamlets of Middleton, East Aston, West Aston, Forton, and Longparish Station, which have gradually merged to form a cohesive community. Located on the northwest bank of the River Test, Longparish had a population of 716 as of the 2011 census. This picturesque area may be of interest for planning applications, given its unique blend of rural charm and local amenities.

District: Longparish

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £318,540 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: Test Valley
Parliamentary constituency: North West Hampshire
LSOA: Test Valley 016B

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-05.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Middleton.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Middleton based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

9 planning applications found near Middleton.

- 2 The Withies Longparish Andover Hampshire SP11 6PD
T1 - Magnolia - Fell to ground level
Status: Undecided | Type: Trees | Council: Test Valley | Date: 2026-06-16
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26/01297/TREEN - 2 The Withies Longparish Andover Hampshire SP11 6PD
T1 - Magnolia - Fell to ground level
Status: Undecided | Council: Test Valley | Date: 2026-06-16
26/01134/TREEN - Woodbury House Longparish Andover Hampshire SP11 6PB
(T1) Cedar - Dismantle, leaving the stems at upto 5m (T1) Cypress - Remove to ground level (T2) Sycamore - Lateral reduction by up to 3m of over extended limbs growing towards the highway (T3) Purple
Status: Undecided | Council: Test Valley | Date: 2026-05-27
- Plough Inn Longparish Andover Hampshire SP11 6PB
T1 - Fraxinus excelsior - Pollard at 5m and install bat boxes at later date
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Test Valley | Date: 2026-01-06
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- Plough Inn Longparish Andover Hampshire SP11 6PB
Work required to reduce risk of dangerous mature Ash tree at corner of car park, next to football field and footpath. Small amounts of Kretzschumaria at basal cavity. Tree to be left as a snag to rot
Status: Permitted | Type: Heritage | Council: Test Valley | Date: 2026-01-05
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- 4 The Withies Longparish Andover Hampshire SP11 6PD
T1 - Box Elder - Crown raise over road to gain 5m clearance over carriage way, T2 and T3 - Species unknown - Fell
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Test Valley | Date: 2025-11-18
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- Nordale Longparish Andover Hampshire SP11 6PG
G1 - 2x Goat Willow - Crown lift by up to 3m and remove deadwood from trees at the rear of property
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Test Valley | Date: 2025-05-07
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- The Stream House Longparish Andover Hampshire SP11 6PG
T1 - Ash - Pollard to old points
Status: Conditions | Type: Trees | Council: Test Valley | Date: 2025-05-07
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- The Stream House Longparish Andover Hampshire SP11 6PG
T1 - Mulberry - Remove to ground level and remove stump
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Test Valley | Date: 2025-05-07
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A brief summary of Middleton in Hampshire

Property prices in Middleton show an average sale price of £318,540, 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 Middleton a particularly low-crime area.

Middleton has one conservation area within its boundaries: Longparish. Planning applications within or near this conservation area 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 Middleton includes 1 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): River Test SSSI; 5 Ancient Woodland sites. These designations may affect planning decisions, as proposals near protected sites require environmental impact assessment and may face additional restrictions.

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

Planning Activity in Middleton

In the last 24 months, 24 planning applications were submitted near Middleton. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 28 days.

This is notably above the national average of approximately 87%, suggesting a relatively permissive planning environment. Applicants near Middleton may find that well-prepared applications have a strong chance of success.

The average decision time of 28 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Middleton were tree works (11), full planning applications (4), listed building and heritage (4). The significant number of tree-related applications is typical for areas with mature tree cover or active tree preservation orders.

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