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Planning in Petersfield

Approved
90%
119 of 128 decided
Decision time
about 11 weeks
on average

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Petersfield in the last 24 months, from East Hampshire District Council's planning register.

Decided by East Hampshire District CouncilCouncil page

Around Petersfield

Postcode districts

GU32 237 applications in the last 12 monthsGU31 207 applications in the last 12 months

Applications in each district in the last 12 months.

Planning authority: East Hampshire District Council

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About Petersfield

Petersfield is a market town and civil parish located in East Hampshire, England, approximately 15 miles north of Portsmouth. It features its own railway station on the Portsmouth Direct line, providing a vital connection between Portsmouth and London. Nestled beneath the northern slopes of the South Downs, Petersfield is entirely encompassed within the South Downs National Park, making it an attractive area for planning applications related to development and conservation. The town has a population of approximately 14,820 (2021 estimate). It sits within the East Hampshire district.

Property prices in Petersfield show an average sale price of £516,700, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Petersfield 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 Petersfield a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

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

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Petersfield 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 Petersfield, 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, 278 planning applications were submitted near Petersfield. Of these, 90% were approved, with an average decision time of 78 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (44), telecoms (41), discharge of conditions (35). 1 large-scale development was submitted during this period.

1 planning appeal was lodged, of which 0 were allowed and 1 was dismissed (0% success rate).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Petersfield?
In the last 24 months, 278 planning applications were submitted near Petersfield. The approval rate is 90%.
How long do planning decisions take near Petersfield?
The average planning decision time near Petersfield is 78 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 Petersfield?
The planning approval rate near Petersfield is 90%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Petersfield?
The most common type of planning application near Petersfield is full planning applications, with 44 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Petersfield?
You can search and track planning applications near Petersfield on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.