How long do planning decisions take near Paulsgrove?

The average planning decision time near Paulsgrove is 56 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 Paulsgrove?

The planning approval rate near Paulsgrove is 75%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Paulsgrove?

The most common type of planning application near Paulsgrove is outline applications, with 3 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Paulsgrove?

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Paulsgrove, Hampshire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Paulsgrove, Hampshire.

Hampshire · England · settlement

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About Paulsgrove

Paulsgrove is a northern area of Portsmouth, Hampshire, that transitioned from a small independent hamlet to part of the city in 1920. Following the Second World War, it experienced significant growth, making it an area of interest for planning applications and development in the region.

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Area Information

Admin district: Portsmouth
Parliamentary constituency: Portsmouth North
LSOA: Portsmouth 006B

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Paulsgrove.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Paulsgrove based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

5 planning applications found near Paulsgrove.

- Portsdown Technology Park Southwick Road Portsmouth PO6 3RU
Application for non-material amendment to planning permission 24/00698/MMA to seek approval of change in location of proposed tree planting
Status: Undecided | Type: Amendment | Council: Portsmouth | Date: 2026-03-19
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- Portsdown Technology Park Southwick Road Portsmouth PO6 3RU
Application to demolish blocks 23 and 24
Status: Permitted | Type: Other | Council: Portsmouth | Date: 2026-03-03
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- 13 Winchcombe Road Portsmouth PO6 4AZ
Application for Certificate of Lawful Development for the proposed construction of mobile home to rear garden ancillary to main dwelling
Status: Undecided | Type: Outline | Council: Portsmouth | Date: 2026-02-02
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- Edwards Close Accessway And Parking Area At 5-7 Portsmouth PO6 4BJ
Within Tree Preservation Order 181; (T26) Raywood Ash (Fraxinus oxycarp)- Crown reduction by up to 1.5m, (T13) Whitebeam (Sorbus), Crown lift to 4m over parking area, (T6) Hornbeam (Carpinus),Crown li
Status: Conditions | Type: Trees | Council: Portsmouth | Date: 2025-02-05
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- Portsdown Technology Park Southwick Road Portsmouth PO6 3RU
Application to vary condition 2 (Approved Plans) of planning permission 23/01078/FUL in relation to changes to replica ship mast
Status: Conditions | Type: Conditions | Council: Portsmouth | Date: 2024-11-12
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A brief summary of Paulsgrove in Hampshire

There were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period. This makes Paulsgrove a particularly low-crime area.

Paulsgrove has one conservation area within its boundaries: Portchester. 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 Paulsgrove includes 3 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Portsdown SSSI, Hook Heath Meadows SSSI, Portsmouth Harbour SSSI; 5 Ancient Woodland sites; 2 Special Protection Areas (SPA): Solent and Dorset Coast, Portsmouth Harbour; 1 Ramsar Wetland Sites: Portsmouth Harbour. These designations may affect planning decisions, as proposals near protected sites require environmental impact assessment and may face additional restrictions.

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Planning Activity in Paulsgrove

In the last 24 months, 10 planning applications were submitted near Paulsgrove. Of these, 75% were approved, with an average decision time of 56 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 Paulsgrove.

The average decision time of 56 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Paulsgrove were outline applications (3), discharge of conditions (3), tree works (1).

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