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Planning in Shirley (SO15)

Approved
92%
58 of 63 decided
Decision time
about 5 weeks
on average

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Shirley (SO15) in the last 24 months, from Southampton City Council's planning register.

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Around Shirley (SO15)

Postcode districts

SO15 205 applications in the last 12 monthsSO16 353 applications in the last 12 months

Applications in each district in the last 12 months.

Planning authority: Southampton City Council

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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. It sits within the City of Southampton district.

Property prices in Shirley show an average sale price of £354,430, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry.

The area around Shirley has 2 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Shirley 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 Shirley, 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, 143 planning applications were submitted near Shirley. Of these, 92% were approved, with an average decision time of 33 days.

The most common types were outline applications (19), amendments (14), discharge of conditions (6).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Shirley (SO15)?
In the last 24 months, 143 planning applications were submitted near Shirley (SO15). The approval rate is 92%.
How long do planning decisions take near Shirley (SO15)?
The average planning decision time near Shirley (SO15) is 33 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 Shirley (SO15)?
The planning approval rate near Shirley (SO15) is 92%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Shirley (SO15)?
The most common type of planning application near Shirley (SO15) is outline applications, with 19 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Shirley (SO15)?
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