A village with a conservation area
Chilworth Old Village is a designated conservation area, which can affect what's allowed without a full planning application for anyone whose property sits within it, separately from the general permitted development rules that apply elsewhere in the village.
A well-connected village
Its position close to Southampton's edge and good travel links have made Chilworth a popular spot, with a village design statement adopted to help guide how new development and alterations fit alongside the existing character.
Planning in Chilworth
Test Valley Borough Council is the planning authority for Chilworth, and can confirm whether a specific property sits within the conservation area.
Frequently asked questions
Does the Chilworth Old Village conservation area affect garden rooms?+
It can. Properties within the conservation area may have reduced permitted development rights, so it's worth checking your address specifically.
Which council covers Chilworth?+
Test Valley Borough Council.
Nearby areas
Services
Useful local links
- Winchester City Council — Planning applications service for the Winchester district, covering Winchester itself along with Otterbourne, Colden Common, Fisher's Pond, Brambridge and Highbridge.
- Test Valley Borough Council — Planning applications service for Test Valley, covering Romsey, Chilworth, Ampfield and North Baddesley.
- Southampton City Council — Planning applications service for Southampton.
- Planning Portal — Independent, government-backed guidance on when a garden building needs planning permission and when it may fall under permitted development.