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Planning in Millbrook

Approved
82%
9 of 10 decided
Decision time
about 12 weeks
on average

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

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Around Millbrook

Postcode districts

SO16 349 applications in the last 12 monthsSO15 200 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 Millbrook

Millbrook is a vibrant suburb of Southampton, situated in Hampshire, England. Originally a civil parish, it has evolved into a community comprising several neighborhoods, including Freemantle, Regents Park, and Redbridge, which are often still associated with Millbrook. The area is named after Tanner's Brook, which flows through the locality, making it an essential consideration for planning applications in this developing region.

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

The area around Millbrook has 4 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Millbrook 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 Millbrook, 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, 32 planning applications were submitted near Millbrook. Of these, 82% were approved, with an average decision time of 87 days.

The most common types were outline applications (3), amendments (3), full planning applications (2). 1 large-scale development was submitted during this period.

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Millbrook?
In the last 24 months, 32 planning applications were submitted near Millbrook. The approval rate is 82%.
How long do planning decisions take near Millbrook?
The average planning decision time near Millbrook is 87 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 Millbrook?
The planning approval rate near Millbrook is 82%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Millbrook?
The most common type of planning application near Millbrook is outline applications, with 3 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Millbrook?
You can search and track planning applications near Millbrook on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.