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Planning in Widley

Approved
87%
27 of 30 decided
Decision time
about 10 weeks
on average

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

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Around Widley

Postcode districts

PO7 220 applications in the last 12 monthsPO6 99 applications in the last 12 months

Applications in each district in the last 12 months.

Planning authority: Portsmouth City Council

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About Widley

Widley is a suburb within the Greater Portsmouth conurbation in Hampshire, situated close to Waterlooville and Purbrook. Nestled on the dip slope of the South Downs, it lies just north of the prominent Portsdown Hill, making it a noteworthy location for planning applications in the region.

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

The area around Widley has 12 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Widley 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 Widley, 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, 59 planning applications were submitted near Widley. Of these, 87% were approved, with an average decision time of 69 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (30), outline applications (4), tree works (2).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Widley?
In the last 24 months, 59 planning applications were submitted near Widley. The approval rate is 87%.
How long do planning decisions take near Widley?
The average planning decision time near Widley is 69 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 Widley?
The planning approval rate near Widley is 87%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Widley?
The most common type of planning application near Widley is full planning applications, with 30 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Widley?
You can search and track planning applications near Widley on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.