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Planning in Nursling

Approved
94%
46 of 47 decided
Decision time
about 9 weeks
on average

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Nursling in the last 24 months, from Test Valley Borough Council's planning register.

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About Nursling

Nursling is a village located within the civil parish of Nursling and Rownhams in the Test Valley district of Hampshire, England, approximately 6 kilometres north-west of Southampton. Historically known as Nhutscelle and other variations until the mid-19th century, Nursling has now become part of the suburbs of Southampton, although it remains outside the city's administrative boundaries. This integration into the suburban landscape may influence local planning applications and development opportunities in the area. The settlement has a population of approximately 5,137. It sits within the Nursling and Rownhams district.

There are currently no active flood warnings for the Nursling 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 Nursling a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Nursling has 25 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Nursling 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 Nursling, 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, 73 planning applications were submitted near Nursling. Of these, 94% were approved, with an average decision time of 60 days.

The most common types were tree works (22), full planning applications (19), outline applications (5).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Nursling?
In the last 24 months, 73 planning applications were submitted near Nursling. The approval rate is 94%.
How long do planning decisions take near Nursling?
The average planning decision time near Nursling is 60 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 Nursling?
The planning approval rate near Nursling is 94%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Nursling?
The most common type of planning application near Nursling is tree works applications, with 22 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Nursling?
You can search and track planning applications near Nursling on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.