How long do planning decisions take near Sholing?

The average planning decision time near Sholing is 70 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 88%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Sholing?

The most common type of planning application near Sholing is amendment applications, with 5 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Sholing?

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Sholing, Hampshire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Sholing, Hampshire.

Hampshire · England · settlement

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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.

Population: 14,053 · Area: 3.0 km²

District: City of Southampton

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Area Information

Admin district: Southampton
Parliamentary constituency: Southampton Itchen
LSOA: Southampton 031G

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Sholing.

Keyword Scorecard

Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Sholing.

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 Sholing based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

4 planning applications found near Sholing.

- The Sholing Technology College Middle Road Southampton SO19 8PH
Non-material amendment sought to planning permission ref 21/00532/MMA for alterations to the stencil painting signage on eastern elevation of the new sports hall and existing dining hall
Status: Permitted | Type: Amendment | Council: Southampton | Date: 2024-10-02
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- 116 North East Road Southampton SO19 8AH
Application for a lawful development certificate for a proposed single storey side extension.
Status: Permitted | Type: Outline | Council: Southampton | Date: 2024-09-13
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- 11 South East Road Southampton SO19 8TR
Application for a lawful development certificate for existing use of the building as 1 x 1-bed flat (Class C3) on ground floor, 1 x 2-bed flat (Class C3) on first floor, retail unit (Class E) on the g
Status: Permitted | Type: Amendment | Council: Southampton | Date: 2024-09-04
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- The Sholing Technology College Middle Road Southampton SO19 8PH
Application for approval of details reserved by condition 09(Archaeological watching brief investigation) of permission 19/01329/FUL for Proposed sports hall extension to existing main hall.
Status: Permitted | Type: Conditions | Council: Southampton | Date: 2023-04-28
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A brief summary of Sholing in Hampshire

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 were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period. This makes Sholing a particularly low-crime area.

Sholing has one conservation area within its boundaries: St Anne's 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 Sholing includes 2 Ancient Woodland sites. These designations may affect planning decisions, as proposals near protected sites require environmental impact assessment and may face additional restrictions.

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Planning Activity in Sholing

In the last 24 months, 10 planning applications were submitted near Sholing. Of these, 88% were approved, with an average decision time of 70 days.

This is slightly above the national average of approximately 87%, indicating a broadly favourable planning environment near Sholing.

At 70 days on average, decisions near Sholing slightly exceed the 8-week statutory target for minor applications, though this is common across many councils.

The most common application types near Sholing were amendments (5), full planning applications (2), outline applications (2).

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