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Planning in Portchester

Approved
96%
81 of 82 decided
Decision time
about 5 weeks
on average

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

Decided by Fareham Borough CouncilCouncil page

Around Portchester

Postcode districts

PO16 226 applications in the last 12 monthsPO6 99 applications in the last 12 months

Applications in each district in the last 12 months.

Planning authority: Fareham Borough Council

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About Portchester

Portchester, located in the borough of Fareham, Hampshire, is a village situated 4 miles northwest of Portsmouth and approximately 18 miles east of Southampton, accessible via the A27 road. With a population of 17,789 recorded in the 2011 census, Portchester presents a vibrant community for potential planning applications and developments in the area. The settlement has a population of approximately 17,789 (2011 estimate). It sits within the Fareham district.

Property prices in Portchester show an average sale price of £360,140, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Portchester 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 Portchester a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Portchester has 6 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Portchester 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 Portchester, 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, 101 planning applications were submitted near Portchester. Of these, 96% were approved, with an average decision time of 37 days.

The most common types were amendments (8), discharge of conditions (7), other applications (5).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Portchester?
In the last 24 months, 101 planning applications were submitted near Portchester. The approval rate is 96%.
How long do planning decisions take near Portchester?
The average planning decision time near Portchester is 37 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 Portchester?
The planning approval rate near Portchester is 96%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Portchester?
The most common type of planning application near Portchester is amendment applications, with 8 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Portchester?
You can search and track planning applications near Portchester on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.