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Planning in West Howe

Approved
82%
65 of 76 decided
Decision time
about 10 weeks
on average

Applications within 1 km of the centre of West Howe in the last 24 months, from Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole Council's planning register.

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About West Howe

West Howe is a suburb situated in the north-western part of Bournemouth, Dorset. This area may be of interest for planning applications due to its residential nature and proximity to local amenities within the borough.

Property prices in West Howe show an average sale price of £361,543, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the West Howe 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 West Howe a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around West Howe has 11 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, West Howe 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 West Howe, 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, 90 planning applications were submitted near West Howe. Of these, 82% were approved, with an average decision time of 72 days.

The most common types were tree works (34), full planning applications (30), outline applications (5). 1 large-scale development was submitted during this period.

2 planning appeals were lodged, of which 1 was allowed and 1 was dismissed (50% success rate).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near West Howe?
In the last 24 months, 90 planning applications were submitted near West Howe. The approval rate is 82%.
How long do planning decisions take near West Howe?
The average planning decision time near West Howe is 72 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 West Howe?
The planning approval rate near West Howe is 82%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near West Howe?
The most common type of planning application near West Howe is tree works applications, with 34 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near West Howe?
You can search and track planning applications near West Howe on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.