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Planning in Townhill Park

Approved
92%
35 of 37 decided
Decision time
about 8 weeks
on average

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

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Around Townhill Park

Postcode districts

SO18 95 applications in the last 12 monthsSO30 173 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 Townhill Park

Townhill Park is a suburb of Southampton, England, situated near Swaythling, Bitterne Park, and West End. This residential area is developed on land that was once part of the estate of the historic Townhill House, making it a location of interest for those researching planning applications in the region.

There are currently no active flood warnings for the Townhill Park 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 Townhill Park a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

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

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Townhill Park 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 Townhill Park, 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, 50 planning applications were submitted near Townhill Park. Of these, 92% were approved, with an average decision time of 53 days.

The most common types were tree works (10), full planning applications (5), amendments (4).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Townhill Park?
In the last 24 months, 50 planning applications were submitted near Townhill Park. The approval rate is 92%.
How long do planning decisions take near Townhill Park?
The average planning decision time near Townhill Park is 53 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 Townhill Park?
The planning approval rate near Townhill Park is 92%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Townhill Park?
The most common type of planning application near Townhill Park is tree works applications, with 10 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Townhill Park?
You can search and track planning applications near Townhill Park on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.