How long do planning decisions take near Southwick?

The average planning decision time near Southwick is 56 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 Southwick?

The planning approval rate near Southwick is 100%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Southwick?

The most common type of planning application near Southwick is tree works applications, with 3 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Southwick?

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Southwick, Hampshire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Southwick, Hampshire.

Hampshire · England · settlement

Planning applications in Southwick are administered by Basingstoke And Deane Borough Council. View the full Basingstoke And Deane Borough Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.

About Southwick

Southwick, located in the Winchester district of Hampshire, is a village that falls within the parish of Southwick and Widley. Situated just a mile north of the Portsmouth boundary, the village features homes and farms predominantly influenced by medieval architectural styles, with the exception of Church Lodge. This historical character may be relevant for those researching planning applications and development opportunities in the area.

Population: 315

District: Southwick and Widley

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £360,140 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: Winchester
Parliamentary constituency: Fareham and Waterlooville
LSOA: Winchester 013H

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-05.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Southwick based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

8 planning applications found near Southwick.

26/01048/DIC - South Lodge High Street Southwick Fareham Hampshire PO17 6EB
Discharge of condition 5 from application 25/00664/LIS. New door to match the pattern of existing doors in the property. Framework to be in hardwood, Iroko or similar, 9mm ply panels to avoid split...
Status: Undecided | Council: Winchester | Date: 2026-05-19
- South Lodge High Street Southwick Fareham Hampshire PO17 6EB
Discharge of condition 3 (new materials and finishes), 4 (details of new services) and 7 (damp remediation works) of application 25/00664/LIS.
Status: Undecided | Type: Conditions | Council: Winchester | Date: 2026-05-07
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26/00956/DIC - South Lodge High Street Southwick Fareham Hampshire PO17 6EB
Discharge of condition 3 (new materials and finishes), 4 (details of new services) and 7 (damp remediation works) of application 25/00664/LIS.
Status: Undecided | Council: Winchester | Date: 2026-05-07
- Red Lion High Street Southwick Fareham Hampshire PO17 6EF
(amended) chestnut tree - reduce to previous pollard points.
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Winchester | Date: 2025-09-16
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- 1 High Street Southwick Fareham Hampshire PO17 6EB
(amended) Willow tree - 4 metre reduction (or to previous pruning points),
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Winchester | Date: 2025-09-16
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- Castle Farmhouse Denmead Road Southwick Fareham Hampshire PO17 6EX
We would like to remove the tree (as shown in photos and location on the attached plan) which is a goat willow. The tree currently is in danger of causing damage to Castle Farmhouse and the curtilage
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Winchester | Date: 2024-08-19
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- Street Record Priory Road Southwick Hampshire
see attached application for schedule of works for the proposed tree safety works within the Southwick village conservation area.
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Winchester | Date: 2024-04-15
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- Oak Lodge Bridge Street Southwick Fareham Hampshire PO17 6DZ
Repairs to south wall of Coach house
Status: Permitted | Type: Heritage | Council: Winchester | Date: 2023-09-06
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A brief summary of Southwick in Hampshire

Property prices in Southwick show an average sale price of £360,140, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry.

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

Southwick has one conservation area within its boundaries: Southwick. 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 Southwick includes 1 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Portsdown SSSI; 14 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 Southwick

In the last 24 months, 7 planning applications were submitted near Southwick. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 56 days.

This is notably above the national average of approximately 87%, suggesting a relatively permissive planning environment. Applicants near Southwick may find that well-prepared applications have a strong chance of success.

The average decision time of 56 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Southwick were tree works (3), listed building and heritage (1), discharge of conditions (1). The significant number of tree-related applications is typical for areas with mature tree cover or active tree preservation orders.

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