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Planning in Penton Grafton

Approved
83%
30 of 31 decided
Decision time
about 6 weeks
on average

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

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Around Penton Grafton

Postcode districts

SP11 520 applications in the last 12 monthsSP10 204 applications in the last 12 months

Applications in each district in the last 12 months.

Planning authority: Test Valley Borough Council

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About Penton Grafton

Penton Grafton is a charming village and civil parish located in the Test Valley district of Hampshire, England. Nestled alongside its neighbor, Penton Mewsey, the two villages are collectively referred to as The Pentons, making the area a unique focus for planning applications and local developments. The settlement has a population of approximately 774 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Test Valley district.

Property prices in Penton Grafton show an average sale price of £318,540, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Penton Grafton 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 Penton Grafton a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Penton Grafton has 2 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Penton Grafton 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.

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To comment on or object to a planning application near Penton Grafton, 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, 49 planning applications were submitted near Penton Grafton. Of these, 83% were approved, with an average decision time of 45 days.

The most common types were tree works (23), full planning applications (10), listed building and heritage (5). 2 large-scale developments were submitted during this period.

3 planning appeals were lodged, of which 1 was allowed and 1 was dismissed (50% success rate).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Penton Grafton?
In the last 24 months, 49 planning applications were submitted near Penton Grafton. The approval rate is 83%.
How long do planning decisions take near Penton Grafton?
The average planning decision time near Penton Grafton is 45 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 Penton Grafton?
The planning approval rate near Penton Grafton is 83%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Penton Grafton?
The most common type of planning application near Penton Grafton is tree works applications, with 23 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Penton Grafton?
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