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Planning in Rake Common

Approved
85%
22 of 23 decided
Decision time
about 10 weeks
on average

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Rake Common in the last 24 months, from East Hampshire District Council's planning register.

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Around Rake Common

Postcode districts

GU33 139 applications in the last 12 monthsGU31 207 applications in the last 12 months

Applications in each district in the last 12 months.

Planning authority: East Hampshire District Council

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About Rake Common

Rake Common is a settlement located in Hampshire, England.

There are currently no active flood warnings for the Rake Common 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 Rake Common a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Rake Common has 22 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Rake Common 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.

To comment on or object to a planning application near Rake Common, 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, 54 planning applications were submitted near Rake Common. Of these, 85% were approved, with an average decision time of 71 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (12), tree works (12), outline applications (4). 1 large-scale development was submitted during this period.

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Rake Common?
In the last 24 months, 54 planning applications were submitted near Rake Common. The approval rate is 85%.
How long do planning decisions take near Rake Common?
The average planning decision time near Rake Common is 71 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 Rake Common?
The planning approval rate near Rake Common is 85%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Rake Common?
The most common type of planning application near Rake Common is full planning applications, with 12 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Rake Common?
You can search and track planning applications near Rake Common on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.