Newnham, Hampshire Planning Applications
Recent planning applications near Newnham, Hampshire.
Hampshire · England · settlement
Planning applications in Newnham 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 Newnham
Newnham is a quaint village and parish located in Hampshire, England, just 4 miles east of Basingstoke and 1 mile west of Hook. With a population of 518 as of the 2011 census, the area is characterized by extensive arable land and patches of woodland, particularly near the Basingstoke Canal and the ancient forests of Eversley, Stratfield Saye, and Tylney Park. The village is bordered by more urban developments to the east and west, making it a unique blend of rural charm and accessibility for potential planning developments.
Population: 590 (2021)
District: Basingstoke and Deane
Website: http://www.parishofnewnham.org.uk
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Town Insights
Property Prices
Average property sale price: £413,800 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).
Area Information
- Admin district: Hart
- Parliamentary constituency: North East Hampshire
- LSOA: Hart 006D
Crime Statistics
0 crimes reported in 2026-05.
Flood Risk
No active flood warnings near Newnham.
Keyword Scorecard
Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Newnham.
- 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 Newnham based on the last 24 months of planning data.
Nearby Applications
14 planning applications found near Newnham.
- - Rowan Lodge Crown Lane Newnham Hampshire RG27 9AN
Construction of single storey flat roof extension to rear of building, to provide additional internal communal space for residents of care home. Extension to be constructed over area of existing exter
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Basingstoke | Date: 2026-03-17
View full details - - Fir Tree Cottage Newnham Road Newnham Hampshire RG27 9AE
H3 - Laurel, Mixed hedge: Remove stems within 6 metres of area of damage. (height: 8m) H5 - Cotoneaster, Hawthorn, Mixed hedge: Remove stems within 5 metres of area of damage. (height: 3.5m)
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Basingstoke | Date: 2026-01-19
View full details - - Manor Farm Crown Lane Newnham Hampshire RG27 9AN
T1 to fell a dead hung up ash tree. T2 cut back 2x major limbs on a oak tree hanging over Road side to lower crown break due to major cavity which could end in failure. Leaving remaining structure.
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Basingstoke | Date: 2025-12-22
View full details - - Ashmead Newnham Road Newnham Hampshire RG27 9AF
(T1)To fell 1 beech trees with tip dieback to ground level. (T3)To fell 1x sick horse chestnut to ground level (T4)To fell 1x ash tree with ash dieback disease to ground level. Marked 1 to 4 on map, n
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Basingstoke | Date: 2025-12-22
View full details - - Land East Of Nately Scures House Scures Hill Nately Scures Hampshire
T1. Oak: fell to ground level.
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Basingstoke | Date: 2025-12-01
View full details - - Nately Scures House Scures Hill Nately Scures Hampshire RG27 9JR
T1. Cut back to fence one over hanging oak , approximately 2.5m for low light levels and leaf fall
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Basingstoke | Date: 2025-10-03
View full details - - The Meadows Newnham Road Newnham Hook Hampshire RG27 9AF
A Apple: fell. B: Apple: prune C: Sweet: gum fell
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Basingstoke | Date: 2025-08-24
View full details - - Newnham Hill Crown Lane Newnham Hampshire RG27 9AN
G1: 4 Ash Trees with advanced ADB: Fell All of the above trees have advanced stages of Ash Die Back. The crowns are significantly diminished and have become unstable. A line on Elms are being planted
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Basingstoke | Date: 2025-07-16
View full details - - Woodview House Blackstocks Lane Nately Scures Hampshire
T1 - Oak: pruning work. Remove epicormic growth to crown break at 5m. Crown lift to 5m all round by removing secondary branches only. Remove deadwood. Crown reduce by 5m in height and shape to balance
Status: Conditions | Type: Trees | Council: Basingstoke | Date: 2025-06-25
View full details - - Nately Scures House Scures Hill Nately Scures Hampshire RG27 9JR
Fell: G1. 2 Maples, 1 Douglas fir,1 Scots Pine,3 small holly, 1 small sycamore,1 small yew.
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Basingstoke | Date: 2025-04-25
View full details - - 1 Crown Lane Newnham Hampshire RG27 9AW
Application for prior approval of change of use from building used as bed and breakfast accommodation to Class C3 dwellinghouse.
Status: Withdrawn | Type: Amendment | Council: Basingstoke | Date: 2025-03-26
View full details - - 11 The Baredown Nately Scures Hook Hampshire RG27 9JT
2 Oak: remove two branches on each back to trunk as per photos.
Status: Rejected | Type: Trees | Council: Basingstoke | Date: 2025-02-21
View full details - - Kiln Cottage Scures Hill Nately Scures Hampshire RG27 9JS
T1 T2 T3 & T4 Oaks: removal. C11 Wisteria: removal.
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Basingstoke | Date: 2023-11-22
View full details - - Oakfield Farmhouse Scures Hill Nately Scures Hampshire RG27 9JR
Variation of Conditions 1, 2, 3, 4, 7, 9, 10, 11, 12, 14 and 15 of 21/02135/RES - The application is for the consideration of appearance, landscaping, layout and scale only pursuant to the outstanding
Status: Permitted | Type: Conditions | Council: Basingstoke | Date: 2023-11-03
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A brief summary of Newnham in Hampshire
Newnham is a quaint village and parish located in Hampshire, England, just 4 miles east of Basingstoke and 1 mile west of Hook. With a population of 518 as of the 2011 census, the area is characterized by extensive arable land and patches of woodland, particularly near the Basingstoke Canal and the ancient forests of Eversley, Stratfield Saye, and Tylney Park. The village is bordered by more urban developments to the east and west, making it a unique blend of rural charm and accessibility for potential planning developments. The settlement has a population of approximately 590 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Basingstoke and Deane district.
Property prices in Newnham show an average sale price of £413,800, 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 Newnham a particularly low-crime area.
Newnham has 4 conservation areas within its boundaries: Basingstoke Canal, Up Nately, Newnham, No data available for publication by HE. Planning applications within or near these conservation areas 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 Newnham includes 2 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Hook Common and Bartley Heath SSSI, Butter Wood SSSI; 16 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, Newnham planning applications can be searched by entering a local postcode above. Further local information can be found on the community website at http://www.parishofnewnham.org.uk. 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 Newnham
In the last 24 months, 19 planning applications were submitted near Newnham. Of these, 73% were approved, with an average decision time of 40 days.
This is below the national average of approximately 87%, which may reflect stricter local policies, sensitivity of the area, or higher levels of speculative applications. Pre-application advice is particularly worthwhile near Newnham.
The average decision time of 40 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.
The most common application types near Newnham were tree works (12), full planning applications (2), outline applications (2). The significant number of tree-related applications is typical for areas with mature tree cover or active tree preservation orders.
In terms of development scale, 2 large-scale (major) developments, 17 smaller schemes were submitted.
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