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Planning in Sholing

Approved
95%
20 of 21 decided
Decision time
about 6 weeks
on average

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

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About Sholing

Sholing is a suburb situated on the eastern edge of Southampton in Hampshire, England. Nestled between the districts of Bitterne, Thornhill, and Woolston, it offers a blend of residential and community spaces, making it a significant area for potential planning applications. The settlement has a population of approximately 14,053. It sits within the City of Southampton district.

Sholing covers an area of approximately 3.0 km². The surrounding landscape and character of the area play an important role in how planning applications are assessed by the local authority.

There are currently no active flood warnings for the Sholing 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 Sholing a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

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

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Sholing 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.

To comment on or object to a planning application near Sholing, 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, 45 planning applications were submitted near Sholing. Of these, 95% were approved, with an average decision time of 43 days.

The most common types were outline applications (4), tree works (2), full planning applications (1).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Sholing?
In the last 24 months, 45 planning applications were submitted near Sholing. The approval rate is 95%.
How long do planning decisions take near Sholing?
The average planning decision time near Sholing is 43 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 Sholing?
The planning approval rate near Sholing is 95%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Sholing?
The most common type of planning application near Sholing is outline applications, with 4 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Sholing?
You can search and track planning applications near Sholing on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.