How long do planning decisions take near Plaitford?

The average planning decision time near Plaitford is 100 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 Plaitford?

The planning approval rate near Plaitford is 80%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Plaitford?

The most common type of planning application near Plaitford is full planning applications, with 4 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Plaitford?

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Plaitford, Hampshire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Plaitford, Hampshire.

Hampshire · England · settlement

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About Plaitford

Plaitford is a quaint village located in the Test Valley district of Hampshire, now part of the parish of Melchet Park and Plaitford. Situated about 4.9 miles east of Romsey and bordered by the larger village of West Wellow to the west, Plaitford is characterized by its rural charm. The village had a small population of 195 as recorded in 1931, making it a peaceful community for those considering planning applications in the area.

Population: 352

District: Melchet Park and Plaitford

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £368,019 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: Wiltshire
Parliamentary constituency: Salisbury
LSOA: Wiltshire 055D

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Plaitford.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Plaitford based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

6 planning applications found near Plaitford.

- Furze Farm, Landford, Sherfield English, SP5 2BD
Change of use and conversion of rural building to one (Use Class C3) self-build dwelling with associated landscaping and works
Status: Rejected | Type: Full | Council: Wiltshire | Date: 2026-01-16
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- LANDFORD SERVICE STATION, PARTRIDGE HILL, LANDFORD, SALISBURY, SP5 2BB
Application for a Certificate of Lawfulness that the Proposed 24 hour opening of Landford Service Station is Lawful
Status: Permitted | Type: Outline | Council: New Forest (Park) | Date: 2025-02-26
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- Durlston, Sherfield English Road, Landford, Salisbury, SP5 2BD
Removal of existing glass conservatory, construction of new brick built conservatory with glazed roof.
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Wiltshire | Date: 2024-12-23
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- LANDFORD SERVICE STATION, PARTRIDGE HILL, LANDFORD, SALISBURY, SP5 2BB
Use of petrol filling station without restricted opening hours
Status: Permitted | Type: Amendment | Council: New Forest (Park) | Date: 2024-11-22
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- Glevida, Partridge Hill, Landford, Salisbury, SP5 2BB.
Out building for use as home Gym
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Wiltshire | Date: 2024-04-29
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- Lodge Farm, Giles Lane, Landford, SP5 2BG
Use of building as a self-contained dwelling (Use Class C3)
Status: Permitted | Type: Amendment | Council: Wiltshire | Date: 2024-02-05
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A brief summary of Plaitford in Hampshire

Property prices in Plaitford show an average sale price of £368,019, 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 Plaitford a particularly low-crime area.

Ecology & Nature Designations

The area around Plaitford includes 2 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Landford Heath SSSI, The New Forest SSSI; 8 Ancient Woodland sites; 1 Special Areas of Conservation (SAC): The New Forest; 1 Special Protection Areas (SPA): New Forest; 1 Ramsar Wetland Sites: New Forest; 1 National Parks: NEW FOREST. 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 Plaitford

In the last 24 months, 11 planning applications were submitted near Plaitford. Of these, 80% were approved, with an average decision time of 100 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 Plaitford.

With an average of 100 days, decisions near Plaitford take longer than the statutory targets. Applicants should budget for a 4-month timeline and consider pre-application discussions to avoid delays.

The most common application types near Plaitford were full planning applications (4), outline applications (3), amendments (2). Full planning applications account for 36% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

In terms of development scale, 1 medium-scale application, 10 smaller schemes were submitted.

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