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Planning in St Denys

Approved
80%
33 of 39 decided
Decision time
about 9 weeks
on average

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

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Around St Denys

Postcode districts

SO17 119 applications in the last 12 monthsSO18 95 applications in the last 12 monthsSO14 110 applications in the last 12 monthsSO19 129 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 St Denys

St Denys is a riverside district located 1.5 miles north-northeast of Southampton's city centre, bordered by Bitterne Park and the River Itchen estuary. The area features Cobden Bridge, one of five bridges within the city, facilitating transport and connectivity. With its proximity to residential districts like Bevois Valley and New Town, as well as access to the Mount Pleasant Industrial Estate via a riverside boardwalk, St Denys presents unique opportunities for planning applications related to residential and commercial development.

There are currently no active flood warnings for the St Denys 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 (February 2026). This makes St Denys a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around St Denys has 8 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, St Denys 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 St Denys, 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, 88 planning applications were submitted near St Denys. Of these, 80% were approved, with an average decision time of 66 days.

The most common types were amendments (21), tree works (11), outline applications (3).

1 planning appeal was lodged, of which 0 were allowed and 1 was dismissed (0% success rate).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near St Denys?
In the last 24 months, 88 planning applications were submitted near St Denys. The approval rate is 80%.
How long do planning decisions take near St Denys?
The average planning decision time near St Denys is 66 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 St Denys?
The planning approval rate near St Denys is 80%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near St Denys?
The most common type of planning application near St Denys is amendment applications, with 21 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near St Denys?
You can search and track planning applications near St Denys on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.