How long do planning decisions take near Rockbourne?

The average planning decision time near Rockbourne is 136 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 0%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 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 5 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Rockbourne?

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Rockbourne, Hampshire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Rockbourne, Hampshire.

Hampshire · England · settlement

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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.

Population: 297 (2021)

District: New Forest

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £388,779 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: New Forest
Parliamentary constituency: New Forest West
LSOA: New Forest 001A

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Rockbourne.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Rockbourne based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

3 planning applications found near Rockbourne.

- 1 MANOR FARM COTTAGES, ROCKBOURNE SP6 3NP
Outbuilding for use as garden office and storage following removal of the existing shed.
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: New Forest (District) | Date: 2026-05-05
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26/10272 - PENNYS COTTAGE, ROCKBOURNE SP6 3NL
Single-story extension for use as cloakroom; erect internal walls to form cloakroom and reopening...
Status: Undecided | Council: New Forest | Date: 2026-04-15
26/10271 - PENNYS COTTAGE, ROCKBOURNE SP6 3NL
Single-story extension for use as cloakroom
Status: Undecided | Council: New Forest | Date: 2026-04-15

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A brief summary of Rockbourne in Hampshire

Property prices in Rockbourne show an average sale price of £388,779, 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 Rockbourne a particularly low-crime area.

Rockbourne has 2 conservation areas within its boundaries: Rockbourne, Whitsbury. Planning applications within or near these conservation areas 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 Rockbourne includes 4 Ancient Woodland sites; 1 Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB): Cranborne Chase & West Wiltshire Downs. These designations may affect planning decisions, as proposals near protected sites require environmental impact assessment and may face additional restrictions.

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.

Planning Activity in Rockbourne

In the last 24 months, 10 planning applications were submitted near Rockbourne. Of these, 0% were approved, with an average decision time of 136 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 Rockbourne.

With an average of 136 days, decisions near Rockbourne take longer than the statutory targets. Applicants should budget for a 5-month timeline and consider pre-application discussions to avoid delays.

The most common application types near Rockbourne were full planning applications (5), listed building and heritage (2), outline applications (1). Full planning applications account for 50% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

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