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Planning in New Milton

Approved
86%
31 of 36 decided
Decision time
about 9 weeks
on average

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

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About New Milton

New Milton is a market town and civil parish located in the New Forest district of southwest Hampshire, England. Nestled between the scenic New Forest to the north and the coastal area of Barton on Sea to the south, it lies approximately 6 miles (9.7 km) from both Lymington and Christchurch, making it a strategically positioned area for planning applications related to residential and commercial development. The settlement has a population of approximately 25,546 (2021 estimate). It sits within the New Forest district.

Property prices in New Milton show an average sale price of £458,380, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the New Milton 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 New Milton a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around New Milton has 7 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, New Milton 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. Further local information can be found on the community website at http://www.newmiltontowncouncil.gov.uk/.

Contains HM Land Registry data © Crown copyright and database right 2026. This data is licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0.

To comment on or object to a planning application near New Milton, 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, 43 planning applications were submitted near New Milton. Of these, 86% were approved, with an average decision time of 66 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (20), outline applications (5), discharge of conditions (2).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near New Milton?
In the last 24 months, 43 planning applications were submitted near New Milton. The approval rate is 86%.
How long do planning decisions take near New Milton?
The average planning decision time near New Milton is 66 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 New Milton?
The planning approval rate near New Milton is 86%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near New Milton?
The most common type of planning application near New Milton is full planning applications, with 20 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near New Milton?
You can search and track planning applications near New Milton on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.