Growth through new housing
Much of Horton Heath's expansion has come from new housing developments built up since the later twentieth century, and planning approval was granted some years ago for a larger mixed scheme combining housing with green space and commercial or leisure use across the area.
Same council, same parish as Fair Oak
Horton Heath shares its civil parish, Fair Oak and Horton Heath, with its neighbour next door, and both fall under Eastleigh Borough Council when it comes to planning matters.
The Brigadier Gerard and the Lapstone
Two pubs, the Brigadier Gerard and the Lapstone, are well known locally and often used as landmarks when giving directions around the village.
Part of the wider Southampton urban area
Horton Heath is generally considered part of the wider Southampton urban area, even while sitting south-east of Eastleigh's town centre, which makes it a fairly built-up spot for a garden room compared with some of the more rural villages nearby.
Frequently asked questions
Is Horton Heath the same as Fair Oak?+
They're neighbouring villages within the same Fair Oak and Horton Heath civil parish, though each has its own identity.
Who handles planning for Horton Heath?+
Eastleigh Borough Council.
Is Horton Heath in a conservation area?+
No conservation area has been confirmed for Horton Heath.
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.