Shirley (SO15), Hampshire Planning Applications
Recent planning applications near Shirley (SO15), Hampshire.
Hampshire · England · settlement
Planning applications in Shirley (SO15) are administered by Basingstoke And Deane Borough Council. View the full Basingstoke And Deane Borough Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.
About Shirley (SO15)
Sopley is a picturesque village and civil parish nestled within the New Forest National Park in Hampshire. Located along the historic route from Christchurch to Ringwood, it sits on the east bank of the River Avon and encompasses the hamlets of Shirley, Avon, and Ripley. With a predominantly rural landscape and a population of just 1,028 as of the 2021 census, Sopley features fewer than 300 dwellings, making it an appealing area for planning applications focused on conservation and development within a tranquil setting.
District: City of Southampton
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Town Insights
Property Prices
Average property sale price: £354,430 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).
Area Information
- Admin district: Southampton
- Parliamentary constituency: Southampton Test
- LSOA: Southampton 010B
Crime Statistics
0 crimes reported in 2026-05.
Flood Risk
No active flood warnings near Shirley (SO15).
Keyword Scorecard
Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Shirley (SO15).
- 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 Shirley (SO15) based on the last 24 months of planning data.
Nearby Applications
25 planning applications found near Shirley (SO15).
- 26/00779/FUL - 32 Hanley Road Southampton SO15 5AN
Erection of a single storey rear extension and alterations to doors/windows.
Status: Undecided | Council: Southampton | Date: 2026-07-02 - 26/00721/FUL - 9 Gurney Road Southampton SO15 5GF
Erection of a single-storey rear extension.
Status: Undecided | Council: Southampton | Date: 2026-06-19 - - 45 Shirley Avenue Southampton SO15 5NH
Erection of a single storey rear extension (Max Depth 6m, Max Height 4m, Eaves Height 3m)
Status: Undecided | Type: Outline | Council: Southampton | Date: 2026-06-18
View full details - 26/00718/PAH - 45 Shirley Avenue Southampton SO15 5NH
Erection of a single storey rear extension (Max Depth 6m, Max Height 4m, Eaves Height 3m)
Status: Undecided | Council: Southampton | Date: 2026-06-18 - 26/00670/DIS - St Marks CE Primary School Stafford Road Southampton SO15 5TE
Application for approval of details reserved by condition 43 (car park management plan) of planning permission ref 19/02011/R3CFL for a new school.
Status: Undecided | Council: Southampton | Date: 2026-06-08 - 26/00634/FUL - 12 Gurney Road Southampton SO15 5GE
Erection of a single-storey rear extension with garage conversion to facilitate change of use from dwelling (Class C3) to 7-person House in Multiple Occupation (Class Sui Generis)
Status: Undecided | Council: Southampton | Date: 2026-06-01 - 26/00622/FUL - 28 St James Road Southampton SO15 5FG
Installation of front door to first floor flat.
Status: Undecided | Council: Southampton | Date: 2026-05-29 - 26/00614/ADV - 5 - 7 Gordon Buildings Shirley High Street Southampton SO15 3LS
Installation of 3x internally illuminated fascia signs and 2x internally illuminated projecting signs. (Submitted in conjunction with 26/00613/FUL).
Status: Undecided | Council: Southampton | Date: 2026-05-27 - 26/00613/FUL - 5 - 7 Gordon Buildings Shirley High Street Southampton SO15 3LS
Installation 2x condenser units and new shop front (Submitted in conjunction with 26/00614/ADV).
Status: Undecided | Council: Southampton | Date: 2026-05-27 - - 33 York Road Southampton SO15 3GJ
Non-material amendment sought to planning permission ref 22/00644/FUL for Installation of 2 small velux windows to rear lean too roof of ground floor flat (Retrospective)
Status: Undecided | Type: Amendment | Council: Southampton | Date: 2026-05-21
View full details - 26/00589/NMA - 33 York Road Southampton SO15 3GJ
Non-material amendment sought to planning permission ref 22/00644/FUL for Installation of 2 small velux windows to rear lean too roof of ground floor flat (Retrospective)
Status: Undecided | Council: Southampton | Date: 2026-05-21 - 26/00503/FUL - 5 - 7 Gordon Buildings Shirley High Street Southampton SO15 3LS
Application for removal of condition 2 (use of building as building society only) of planning permission ref 1550/W14.
Status: Undecided | Council: Southampton | Date: 2026-04-29 - - 9 Gurney Road Southampton SO15 5GF
Erection of a single storey rear extension (Max Depth 6m, Max Height 3m, Eaves Height 3m)
Status: Undecided | Type: Outline | Council: Southampton | Date: 2026-04-27
View full details - - 30 Shirley Avenue Southampton SO15 5NG
Erection of a single storey rear extension (Max Depth 8m, Max Height 3m, Eaves Height 2.60m)
Status: Undecided | Type: Outline | Council: Southampton | Date: 2026-04-21
View full details - - 9 Reynolds Road Southampton SO15 5GR
Application for a lawful development certificate for proposed roof alterations to include hip to gable and rear dormer to facilitate loft conversion.
Status: Undecided | Type: Outline | Council: Southampton | Date: 2026-03-17
View full details - - 166 Wilton Road Southampton SO15 5HX
Application for a lawful development certificate for proposed roof alterations.
Status: Undecided | Type: Outline | Council: Southampton | Date: 2026-02-16
View full details - - 32 Hanley Road Southampton SO15 5AN
External alterations and conversion of existing two flats into a single dwelling house.
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Southampton | Date: 2026-01-22
View full details - - 30 Cunard Avenue Southampton SO15 5GP
Application for a lawful development certificate for proposed roof alterations to include hip to gable and rear dormer to facilitate loft conversion.
Status: Undecided | Type: Outline | Council: Southampton | Date: 2026-01-21
View full details - - 154 Malmesbury Road Southampton SO15 5EZ
Non-material amendment sought to planning permission ref 22/00891/FUL to vary condition 2 to allow change to roof from pitched to flat and addition of obscure glazed window on 1st floor north elevatio
Status: Permitted | Type: Amendment | Council: Southampton | Date: 2026-01-16
View full details - - 9 Grove Road Southampton City Of Southampton SO15 3HH
Application for a lawful development certificate for a single storey rear extension.
Status: Permitted | Type: Outline | Council: Southampton | Date: 2025-05-12
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A brief summary of Shirley (SO15) in Hampshire
Sopley is a picturesque village and civil parish nestled within the New Forest National Park in Hampshire. Located along the historic route from Christchurch to Ringwood, it sits on the east bank of the River Avon and encompasses the hamlets of Shirley, Avon, and Ripley. With a predominantly rural landscape and a population of just 1,028 as of the 2021 census, Sopley features fewer than 300 dwellings, making it an appealing area for planning applications focused on conservation and development within a tranquil setting. It sits within the City of Southampton district.
Property prices in Shirley (SO15) show an average sale price of £354,430, 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 Shirley (SO15) a particularly low-crime area.
Shirley (SO15) has one conservation area within its boundaries: St James Road. Planning applications within or near this conservation area 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 Shirley (SO15) includes 1 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Southampton Common SSSI; 1 Special Protection Areas (SPA): Solent and Dorset Coast. 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, Shirley (SO15) 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 Shirley (SO15)
In the last 24 months, 79 planning applications were submitted near Shirley (SO15). Of these, 94% were approved, with an average decision time of 50 days.
This is notably above the national average of approximately 87%, suggesting a relatively permissive planning environment. Applicants near Shirley (SO15) may find that well-prepared applications have a strong chance of success.
The average decision time of 50 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.
The most common application types near Shirley (SO15) were outline applications (18), amendments (14), discharge of conditions (6).
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