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Planning in Shirley Warren

Approved
95%
37 of 39 decided
Decision time
about 7 weeks
on average

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

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Around Shirley Warren

Postcode districts

SO16 349 applications in the last 12 monthsSO15 200 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 Warren

Shirley Warren is a prominent district in the western part of Southampton, Hampshire, known for its vibrant retail and residential areas. As the primary suburban shopping hub in west Southampton, it features a diverse housing landscape, including council houses at its core and larger private homes in Upper Shirley. The district is bordered by Southampton Common, a significant green space that separates it from Highfield, making it an appealing location for potential planning applications.

Property prices in Shirley Warren show an average sale price of £354,430, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Shirley Warren 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 Shirley Warren a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Shirley Warren 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 Warren 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 Warren, 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, 89 planning applications were submitted near Shirley Warren. Of these, 95% were approved, with an average decision time of 46 days.

The most common types were outline applications (14), discharge of conditions (8), amendments (5).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Shirley Warren?
In the last 24 months, 89 planning applications were submitted near Shirley Warren. The approval rate is 95%.
How long do planning decisions take near Shirley Warren?
The average planning decision time near Shirley Warren is 46 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 Warren?
The planning approval rate near Shirley Warren is 95%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Shirley Warren?
The most common type of planning application near Shirley Warren is outline applications, with 14 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Shirley Warren?
You can search and track planning applications near Shirley Warren on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.