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Planning in Portmore

Approved
86%
32 of 34 decided
Decision time
about 5 weeks
on average

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Portmore in the last 24 months, from New Forest District Council's planning register.

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About Portmore

Portmore is a charming hamlet located within the New Forest National Park in Hampshire, England, and falls under the civil parish of Boldre. Situated around 1.3 miles (2.7 km) from the nearby town of Lymington, this tranquil area offers unique planning opportunities amidst a picturesque natural landscape.

Property prices in Portmore show an average sale price of £542,543, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Portmore 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 Portmore a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Portmore has 19 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Portmore 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 Portmore, 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, 48 planning applications were submitted near Portmore. Of these, 86% were approved, with an average decision time of 38 days.

The most common types were tree works (28), full planning applications (6), outline applications (3).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Portmore?
In the last 24 months, 48 planning applications were submitted near Portmore. The approval rate is 86%.
How long do planning decisions take near Portmore?
The average planning decision time near Portmore is 38 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 Portmore?
The planning approval rate near Portmore is 86%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Portmore?
The most common type of planning application near Portmore is tree works applications, with 28 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Portmore?
You can search and track planning applications near Portmore on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.