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Planning in Totton

Approved
86%
79 of 92 decided
Decision time
about 8 weeks
on average

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

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About Totton

Totton, located within the civil parish of Totton and Eling in the New Forest district of Hampshire, England, is a vibrant town with a population of 28,094 as of 2021. Its strategic position and growing community make it a significant area for planning applications, reflecting the town's development and integration within the surrounding New Forest region. It sits within the Totton and Eling district.

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

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

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Totton 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 Totton, 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, 121 planning applications were submitted near Totton. Of these, 86% were approved, with an average decision time of 57 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (58), outline applications (22), listed building and heritage (2). 1 large-scale development was submitted during this period.

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Totton?
In the last 24 months, 121 planning applications were submitted near Totton. The approval rate is 86%.
How long do planning decisions take near Totton?
The average planning decision time near Totton is 57 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 Totton?
The planning approval rate near Totton is 86%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Totton?
The most common type of planning application near Totton is full planning applications, with 58 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Totton?
You can search and track planning applications near Totton on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.