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Planning in Whitsbury

Only 1 decision near Whitsbury in the last 2 years, too few to judge an approval rate.

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

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About Whitsbury

Whitsbury is a charming village and civil parish in Hampshire, England, located near Fordingbridge. Nestled on the edge of the picturesque Cranborne Chase and West Wiltshire Downs Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, Whitsbury offers a unique setting for planning applications, blending rural character with natural beauty. The settlement has a population of approximately 219 (2021 estimate). It sits within the New Forest district.

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

The area around Whitsbury has 5 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Whitsbury 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 Whitsbury, 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, 1 planning application was submitted near Whitsbury.

The most common types were listed building and heritage (1).

1 planning appeal was lodged, of which 1 was allowed and 0 were dismissed (100% success rate).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Whitsbury?
In the last 24 months, 1 planning application was submitted near Whitsbury.
What types of planning applications are most common near Whitsbury?
The most common type of planning application near Whitsbury is listed building consent applications, with 1 submission in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Whitsbury?
You can search and track planning applications near Whitsbury on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.