Southampton's western neighbour
Totton and its neighbour Eling form one built-up area on the western bank of the Test and Southampton Water, functioning almost as a Southampton suburb even though it sits in a different district for planning purposes.
New Forest District Council, based in Lyndhurst
Even though Totton is the largest town in the New Forest district, the council itself is based in Lyndhurst, and it's that authority — New Forest District Council — that decides planning applications here rather than a more local office.
Outside the National Park boundary itself
Totton is part of the New Forest local government district, but the built-up town sits outside the actual New Forest National Park boundary, so it's the district council rather than the National Park Authority that handles garden room applications here.
Further from Hedge End than most areas we cover
Getting on for eight miles out, Totton is towards the outer edge of the area a local installer working from Hedge End would typically cover, so it's worth mentioning your postcode early on when you enquire.
Frequently asked questions
Is Totton part of Southampton?+
No — despite feeling like a Southampton suburb, Totton and Eling sit within the New Forest district, administered by New Forest District Council rather than Southampton City Council.
Does the New Forest National Park cover Totton?+
No, the built-up town sits outside the National Park boundary; it's simply within the wider New Forest local government district, which is a separate thing from the park itself.
Nearby areas
Services
Useful local links
- Winchester City Council – Do I Need Planning Permission — The planning authority covering Bishop's Waltham, Curbridge, Curdridge and Durley.
- Fareham Borough Council – Planning — The planning authority covering Swanwick, Lower Swanwick, Sarisbury Green and Burridge.
- Southampton City Council – Planning — The unitary planning authority covering the city of Southampton.
- Planning Portal – Outbuildings — National guidance on permitted development rules for garden buildings and outbuildings.