How long do planning decisions take near Winchfield Hurst?

The average planning decision time near Winchfield Hurst is 19 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 Winchfield Hurst?

The planning approval rate near Winchfield Hurst is 100%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Winchfield Hurst?

The most common type of planning application near Winchfield Hurst is tree works applications, with 2 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Winchfield Hurst?

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Winchfield Hurst, Hampshire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Winchfield Hurst, Hampshire.

Hampshire · England · settlement

Planning applications in Winchfield Hurst are administered by Hart District Council. View the full Hart District Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.

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Area Information

Admin district: Hart
Parliamentary constituency: North East Hampshire
LSOA: Hart 004C

Crime Statistics

5 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Crime Breakdown

other-theft: 2
anti-social-behaviour: 1
burglary: 1
robbery: 1

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Winchfield Hurst.

Keyword Scorecard

Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Winchfield Hurst.

Ecology & Wildlife Constraints (keywords: bats, bat survey, bat roost, great crested newt, GCN...)
Trees & Landscape (keywords: tree preservation order, TPO, arboricultural, tree survey, root protection area...)
Flood & Drainage (keywords: flood zone 2, flood zone 3, flood risk assessment, FRA, surface water...)
Heritage & Conservation (keywords: listed building, grade II, grade II*, grade I, conservation area...)
Green Belt (keywords: green belt, inappropriate development, very special circumstances, openness)
Highways & Access (keywords: visibility splays, highway authority objection, access arrangement, parking provision, transport statement...)
Refusal & Risk Indicators (keywords: refusal, delegated refusal, appeal dismissed, overdevelopment, character and appearance...)
Planning Process & Appeals (keywords: appeal lodged, appeal allowed, appeal dismissed, public inquiry, inspector)

Planning Activity Summary

Approval rates, average decision times, and application type distribution for Winchfield Hurst based on the last 24 months of planning data.

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A brief summary of Winchfield Hurst in Hampshire

Winchfield Hurst is a settlement located in Hampshire, England.

Neighbourhood safety in Winchfield Hurst is generally good, with just 5 crimes reported in the most recent period.

Winchfield Hurst has one conservation area within its boundaries: No data available for publication by HE. Planning applications within or near this conservation area are subject to additional scrutiny to preserve the architectural and historic character of the area. Homeowners and developers should be aware that permitted development rights may be restricted.

Ecology & Nature Designations

The area around Winchfield Hurst includes 1 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Basingstoke Canal SSSI; 14 Ancient Woodland sites. These designations may affect planning decisions, as proposals near protected sites require environmental impact assessment and may face additional restrictions.

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Planning Activity in Winchfield Hurst

In the last 24 months, 6 planning applications were submitted near Winchfield Hurst. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 19 days.

This is notably above the national average of approximately 87%, suggesting a relatively permissive planning environment. Applicants near Winchfield Hurst may find that well-prepared applications have a strong chance of success.

The average decision time of 19 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Winchfield Hurst were tree works (2), full planning applications (1), discharge of conditions (1). The significant number of tree-related applications is typical for areas with mature tree cover or active tree preservation orders.

1 planning appeal was lodged, of which 0 were allowed and 1 was dismissed (0% success rate). This low success rate indicates that the council's refusal decisions are generally upheld by the Planning Inspectorate.

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