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Planning in Sherborne St John

Approved
100%
17 of 17 decided
Decision time
about 5 weeks
on average

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Sherborne St John in the last 24 months, from Basingstoke and Deane Borough Council's planning register.

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About Sherborne St John

Sherborne St John is a picturesque village and civil parish located near Basingstoke in Hampshire. Known for its charming rural setting, the area presents various opportunities for planning applications, making it an attractive consideration for developers and residents alike. The settlement has a population of approximately 2,494 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Basingstoke and Deane district.

Property prices in Sherborne St John show an average sale price of £372,600, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Sherborne St John 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 Sherborne St John a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Sherborne St John has 11 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Sherborne St John 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. Further local information can be found on the community website at http://www.ssj.hampshire.org.uk/.

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To comment on or object to a planning application near Sherborne St John, 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, 30 planning applications were submitted near Sherborne St John. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 34 days.

The most common types were tree works (7), full planning applications (3), outline applications (2).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Sherborne St John?
In the last 24 months, 30 planning applications were submitted near Sherborne St John. The approval rate is 100%.
How long do planning decisions take near Sherborne St John?
The average planning decision time near Sherborne St John is 34 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 Sherborne St John?
The planning approval rate near Sherborne St John is 100%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Sherborne St John?
The most common type of planning application near Sherborne St John is tree works applications, with 7 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Sherborne St John?
You can search and track planning applications near Sherborne St John on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.