How long do planning decisions take near Wymering?

The average planning decision time near Wymering is 45 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 Wymering?

The planning approval rate near Wymering is 67%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Wymering?

The most common type of planning application near Wymering is full planning applications, with 3 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Wymering?

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Wymering, Hampshire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Wymering, Hampshire.

Hampshire · England · settlement

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About Wymering

Wymering is a residential area situated in Portsmouth, Hampshire, England, distinguished by its location on the mainland, in contrast to most of the city, which is found on Portsea Island. This unique positioning may influence planning considerations, making it an important area for those researching local development opportunities and regulations.

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £276,582 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: Portsmouth
Parliamentary constituency: Portsmouth North
LSOA: Portsmouth 001A

Crime Statistics

159 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Crime Breakdown

violent-crime: 88
anti-social-behaviour: 16
public-order: 11
shoplifting: 10
other-theft: 9
vehicle-crime: 7
drugs: 6
criminal-damage-arson: 5
burglary: 2
theft-from-the-person: 2
possession-of-weapons: 1
robbery: 1
other-crime: 1

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Wymering.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Wymering based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

1 planning application found near Wymering.

- 16 Skye Close Portsmouth PO6 3LT
Application for Certificate of Lawful Development for the proposed construction of single storey rear extension
Status: Undecided | Type: Outline | Council: Portsmouth | Date: 2026-03-12
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A brief summary of Wymering in Hampshire

Property prices in Wymering show an average sale price of £276,582, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry.

The Wymering area recorded 159 crimes in the most recent reporting period. As with any urban or suburban area, prospective residents may wish to review the detailed crime breakdown for further context.

Wymering has one conservation area within its boundaries: Old Wymering. 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 Wymering includes 2 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Portsdown SSSI, Hook Heath Meadows SSSI; 7 Ancient Woodland sites. These designations may affect planning decisions, as proposals near protected sites require environmental impact assessment and may face additional restrictions.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Wymering 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.

Planning Activity in Wymering

In the last 24 months, 10 planning applications were submitted near Wymering. Of these, 67% were approved, with an average decision time of 45 days.

This is below the national average of approximately 87%, which may reflect stricter local policies, sensitivity of the area, or higher levels of speculative applications. Pre-application advice is particularly worthwhile near Wymering.

The average decision time of 45 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Wymering were full planning applications (3), discharge of conditions (3), outline applications (2). Full planning applications account for 30% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

1 planning appeal was lodged, of which 1 was allowed and 0 were dismissed (100% success rate). This relatively high appeal success rate suggests that the local authority may be refusing some applications that the Planning Inspectorate considers acceptable.

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