Search Rockbourne planning applications

12 applications received or decided in the last 12 months · within 1 km of the centre of Rockbourne · updated daily · New Forest District Council

Only 6 applications in the last 90 days, so this shows the last 12 months.

Showing 1 to 5 of 12 · received or decided in the last 12 months

Mushroom Farm, Rockbourne SP6 3NSAwaiting decisionChange of use of existing outbuilding (with extant consent for a C3 holiday let use) into one (Use Class C3) four-bedroom dwellinghouse alongside hard and soft landscaping and associated works.Received 23 Oct 202626/10989
Chapel adjacent to MARY PLACE, ROCKBOURNE SP6 3NAAwaiting decisionInternal & external alterations; change of use to holiday accommodation (Application for Listed Building Consent)Received 13 Oct 202626/10963
Chapel adjacent to MARY PLACE, ROCKBOURNE SP6 3NAAwaiting decisionExternal alterations; change of use to holiday accommodationReceived 13 Oct 202626/10962
Court Orchard House, New Road, Rockbourne SP6 3NNApprovedTwo storey side extension replacing existing extension; single-storey attached store to sideFull Planning PermissionReceived 17 Jun 2026Decided 12 Aug 202626/10561
Provost Farm, Rockbourne SP6 3NRRefusedAgricultural building to store hay, straw and agricultural machinery (Prior Approval Application)Agricultural DeterminationReceived 8 Jun 2026Decided 24 Jun 202626/10536

Planning in Rockbourne

Approved: 67%; 8 of 10 decided
Decision time: about 18 weeks; on average

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

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Around Rockbourne

Postcode districts

SP6 319 applications in the last 12 months

Applications in each district in the last 12 months.

Nearby towns and villages

Planning authority: New Forest District Council

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About Rockbourne

Rockbourne is a picturesque village and civil parish located in Hampshire, England, near the town of Fordingbridge. This charming area offers a blend of rural tranquility and proximity to local amenities, making it an appealing location for planning applications and community development initiatives. The settlement has a population of approximately 297 (2021 estimate). It sits within the New Forest district.

Property prices in Rockbourne show an average sale price of £476,859, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Rockbourne 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 Rockbourne a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Rockbourne has 5 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Rockbourne 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 Rockbourne, 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, 16 planning applications were submitted near Rockbourne. Of these, 67% were approved, with an average decision time of 126 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (7), listed building and heritage (2), other applications (1).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Rockbourne?

In the last 24 months, 16 planning applications were submitted near Rockbourne. The approval rate is 67%.

How long do planning decisions take near Rockbourne?

The average planning decision time near Rockbourne is 126 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 Rockbourne?

The planning approval rate near Rockbourne is 67%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Rockbourne?

The most common type of planning application near Rockbourne is full planning applications, with 7 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Rockbourne?

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