How long do planning decisions take near Poulner?

The average planning decision time near Poulner is 65 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 Poulner?

The planning approval rate near Poulner is 83%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Poulner?

The most common type of planning application near Poulner is full planning applications, with 30 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Poulner?

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Poulner, Hampshire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Poulner, Hampshire.

Hampshire · England · settlement

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About Poulner

Poulner is a quaint village located within the civil parish of Ringwood in Hampshire's New Forest district, with its northern edge extending into the parish of Ellingham, Harbridge and Ibsley. Situated just 1 mile east of Ringwood's town centre, Poulner offers a unique blend of rural charm and proximity to urban amenities, making it a noteworthy area for planning applications.

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £509,106 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: New Forest
Parliamentary constituency: New Forest West
LSOA: New Forest 012E

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Poulner.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Poulner based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

6 planning applications found near Poulner.

- 27 WOODFORD CLOSE, RINGWOOD BH24 1UT
Demolition of existing garage and carport. Construction of single storey side flat roof extension, consisting of utility room and store room.
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: New Forest (District) | Date: 2025-04-16
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- WOODFORD HOUSE, 1 WOODFORD CLOSE, RINGWOOD, BH24 1UT
Removal and replacement of existing single-storey west side extension; two-storey east side extension; fenestration alterations; replacement boundary fencing
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: New Forest (District) | Date: 2024-07-12
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- 26 CHAFFEY CLOSE, RINGWOOD, BH24 3EU
Repairs
Type: Heritage | Council: New Forest (District) | Date: 2024-06-03
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- 153 SOUTHAMPTON ROAD, RINGWOOD BH24 1HU
Alterations including the demolition of existing garage, erection of single storey extension with a new pitched roof with eaves matching the existing level. Demolition of existing pitched roof extensi
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: New Forest (District) | Date: 2023-11-22
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- ALDERMOORS, HIGHTOWN HILL, RINGWOOD, BH24 3HG
Ground-mounted solar panels
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: New Forest (Park) | Date: 2023-04-25
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- 153 SOUTHAMPTON ROAD, RINGWOOD BH24 1HU
Raising the ridge of the existing roof, extending the rear of the property; demolition of existing garage and kitchen and replace with a new two-storey extension
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: New Forest (District) | Date: 2022-12-30
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A brief summary of Poulner in Hampshire

Property prices in Poulner show an average sale price of £509,106, 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 Poulner a particularly low-crime area.

Poulner has one conservation area within its boundaries: Western Escarpment. Planning applications within or near this conservation area are subject to additional scrutiny to preserve the architectural and historic character of the area. Homeowners and developers should be aware that permitted development rights may be restricted.

Ecology & Nature Designations

The area around Poulner includes 2 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Avon Valley (Bickton to Christchurch) SSSI, The New Forest SSSI; 5 Ancient Woodland sites; 2 Special Protection Areas (SPA): Avon Valley; 2 Ramsar Wetland Sites: Avon Valley; 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 Poulner

In the last 24 months, 45 planning applications were submitted near Poulner. Of these, 83% were approved, with an average decision time of 65 days.

This is broadly in line with the national average of approximately 87%. Poulner maintains a standard approach to planning decisions.

At 65 days on average, decisions near Poulner slightly exceed the 8-week statutory target for minor applications, though this is common across many councils.

The most common application types near Poulner were full planning applications (30), tree works (4), outline applications (3). Full planning applications account for 67% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

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