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6 applications on record · within 1 km of the centre of Sopley · updated daily · New Forest District Council

Planning in Sopley

Only 3 decisions near Sopley in the last 2 years, too few to judge an approval rate.

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Sopley in the last 24 months, from New Forest District Council's planning register.

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Around Sopley

Postcode districts

BH23 685 applications in the last 12 months

Applications in each district in the last 12 months.

Planning authority: New Forest District Council

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About Sopley

Sopley is a quaint village and civil parish located within the New Forest National Park in Hampshire, England. Situated along the historic route from Christchurch to Ringwood, it borders the east bank of the River Avon and encompasses the hamlets of Shirley, Avon, and Ripley, extending eastward to Thorny Hill. With a predominantly rural landscape and fewer than 300 homes, the parish had a population of 1,028 according to the 2021 census, making it a tranquil setting for potential planning applications. The settlement has a population of approximately 1,027 (2021 estimate). It sits within the New Forest district.

Property prices in Sopley show an average sale price of £473,380, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Sopley 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 Sopley a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Sopley has 9 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Sopley 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 Sopley, 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, 5 planning applications were submitted near Sopley.

The most common types were full planning applications (3), listed building and heritage (1).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Sopley?
In the last 24 months, 5 planning applications were submitted near Sopley.
What types of planning applications are most common near Sopley?
The most common type of planning application near Sopley is full planning applications, with 3 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Sopley?
You can search and track planning applications near Sopley on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.