How long do planning decisions take near Rockford?

The average planning decision time near Rockford is 37 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 Rockford?

The planning approval rate near Rockford is 100%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Rockford?

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

How can I track planning applications near Rockford?

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Rockford, Hampshire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Rockford, Hampshire.

Hampshire · England · settlement

Planning applications in Rockford are administered by New Forest District Council. View the full New Forest District Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.

About Rockford

Rockford is a picturesque hamlet located within the civil parish of Ellingham, Harbridge and Ibsley in the New Forest district of Hampshire. Situated on the western edge of the New Forest National Park, it is approximately 1.8 miles (2.9 km) north of the nearest town, Ringwood. This charming area offers potential for planning applications, particularly in relation to its proximity to the national park and surrounding natural landscapes.

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £510,670 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: New Forest
Parliamentary constituency: New Forest West
LSOA: New Forest 010A

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-05.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Rockford.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Rockford based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

1 planning application found near Rockford.

- CHERRY ORCHARD INCLOSURE, MOYLES COURT, ROCKFORD
Creation of bat roost
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: New Forest (Park) | Date: 2025-04-28
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A brief summary of Rockford in Hampshire

Property prices in Rockford show an average sale price of £510,670, 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 Rockford a particularly low-crime area.

Rockford has 3 conservation areas within its boundaries: Western Escarpment, Ibsley, Harbridge. 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 Rockford includes 3 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): River Avon System SSSI, Avon Valley (Bickton to Christchurch) SSSI, The New Forest SSSI; 1 Ancient Woodland site; 3 Special Areas of Conservation (SAC): River Avon, The New Forest; 9 Special Protection Areas (SPA): Avon Valley, New Forest; 9 Ramsar Wetland Sites: New Forest, Avon Valley; 1 National Parks: NEW FOREST. 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, Rockford 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 Rockford

In the last 24 months, 9 planning applications were submitted near Rockford. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 37 days.

This is notably above the national average of approximately 87%, suggesting a relatively permissive planning environment. Applicants near Rockford may find that well-prepared applications have a strong chance of success.

The average decision time of 37 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Rockford were tree works (5), full planning applications (3), outline applications (1). The significant number of tree-related applications is typical for areas with mature tree cover or active tree preservation orders.

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