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Planning in Ratlake

Approved
96%
24 of 25 decided
Decision time
about 8 weeks
on average

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

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Around Ratlake

Postcode districts

SO51 452 applications in the last 12 monthsSO21 429 applications in the last 12 months

Applications in each district in the last 12 months.

Planning authority: Test Valley Borough Council

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About Ratlake

Ratlake is a settlement located in Hampshire, England.

Property prices in Ratlake show an average sale price of £625,116, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Ratlake 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 Ratlake a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

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

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Ratlake 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 Ratlake, 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, 35 planning applications were submitted near Ratlake. Of these, 96% were approved, with an average decision time of 53 days.

The most common types were tree works (16), full planning applications (5), listed building and heritage (2).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Ratlake?
In the last 24 months, 35 planning applications were submitted near Ratlake. The approval rate is 96%.
How long do planning decisions take near Ratlake?
The average planning decision time near Ratlake is 53 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 Ratlake?
The planning approval rate near Ratlake is 96%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Ratlake?
The most common type of planning application near Ratlake is tree works applications, with 16 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Ratlake?
You can search and track planning applications near Ratlake on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.