How long do planning decisions take near Racedown?

The average planning decision time near Racedown is 56 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 Racedown?

The planning approval rate near Racedown is 50%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Racedown?

The most common type of planning application near Racedown is full planning applications, with 5 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Racedown?

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Racedown, Hampshire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Racedown, Hampshire.

Hampshire · England · settlement

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £414,699 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: Test Valley
Parliamentary constituency: Romsey and Southampton North
LSOA: Test Valley 008C

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Racedown.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Racedown based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

2 planning applications found near Racedown.

- Thruxton Down House Thruxton Down Road Thruxton Down Andover Hampshire SP11 8PR
Change of use from Class E Office to Class F1 School
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Test Valley | Date: 2025-03-26
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- Thruxton Down House Thruxton Down Road Thruxton Down Hampshire
Application to determine if prior approval is required for a proposed change of use from commercial, business and service (Use Class E) to a dwelling (Use Class C3)
Status: Permitted | Type: Outline | Council: Test Valley | Date: 2024-11-28
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A brief summary of Racedown in Hampshire

Racedown is a settlement located in Hampshire, England.

Property prices in Racedown show an average sale price of £414,699, 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 Racedown a particularly low-crime area.

Racedown has one conservation area within its boundaries: Quarley. 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 Racedown includes 1 Ancient Woodland site. 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 Racedown

In the last 24 months, 13 planning applications were submitted near Racedown. Of these, 50% were approved, with an average decision time of 56 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 Racedown.

The average decision time of 56 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Racedown were full planning applications (5), tree works (4), outline applications (2). Full planning applications account for 38% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

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