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Planning in Steep

Approved
77%
10 of 12 decided
Decision time
about 10 weeks
on average

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Steep in the last 24 months, from East Hampshire District Council's planning register.

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About Steep

Steep is a picturesque village and civil parish located in the East Hampshire district of England, just 1.4 miles north of Petersfield and easily accessible via the A3 road. The village boasts a population of 1,391, as recorded in the 2011 census, and features two public houses, including the historic 18th-century Grade II listed Harrow. The nearest railway station is also in Petersfield, situated 1.6 miles to the south, making Steep a convenient location for commuters and those interested in local planning applications. The settlement has a population of approximately 1,359 (2021 estimate). It sits within the East Hampshire district.

Property prices in Steep show an average sale price of £516,700, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry.

In terms of safety, there were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period (May 2026). This makes Steep a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Steep has 23 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Steep 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 Steep, 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, 21 planning applications were submitted near Steep. Of these, 77% were approved, with an average decision time of 68 days.

The most common types were discharge of conditions (6), full planning applications (4), outline applications (2). 1 large-scale development was submitted during this period.

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Steep?
In the last 24 months, 21 planning applications were submitted near Steep. The approval rate is 77%.
How long do planning decisions take near Steep?
The average planning decision time near Steep is 68 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 Steep?
The planning approval rate near Steep is 77%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Steep?
The most common type of planning application near Steep is discharge of conditions, with 6 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Steep?
You can search and track planning applications near Steep on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.