Arish WORLDHAM PARISH PLAN UPDATE 2018

WORLDHAM PARISH PLAN UPDATE Worldham2018 Parish Plan 2010

REFERENCES AND ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS

REFERENCES

This document can be found in the Parish Plan section of the Worldham website at www.worldham.org. This site also includes the questionnaire.

ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS

The grateful thanks of the Parish Plan Review Committee go to:

• All parishioners who participated in the questionnaire. • John Denyer for supplying many of the photographs • Worldham Parish Council

Financial support for this update was received from:

• Worldham Parish Council • Worldham Community Benefit Fund

The map and aerial photography reproduced from Ordnance Suvey material with the permission of Ordnance Survey on behalf of the Controller of Her Majesty’s Stationery Office under EHDC OS Licence No 100024238-2009

The Review Committee members were:

Ruth Bates Helen Ellison Tessa Gaffney Mark Penfold Mary Trigwell-Jones Nick Tupper

Printed by DG Design & Print, Unit 2, Delta Park, Alton GU34 2RQ Tel 01420 89253 email: [email protected] INTRODUCTION

The purpose of Parish Plans is to enable parishes to influence their future by detailing community concerns and preferences, and then addressing them through agreed short and long-term measures. In addition it is hoped that a Parish Plan will enable the parish to influence decisions by executive authorities, to the benefit of the community.

The Parish Plan for Worldham Parish was published in 2010 and in the following years it has been subject to an annual review of its Action Plan. Points from the Action Plan that have been carried out include the modernisation of the kitchen in East Worldham Village Hall, the refurbishment of the playground, introduction of Speedwatch, re-roofing of Hartley Mauditt church, the development of the Worldham website, the installation of a pedestrian refuge outside the village hall and the introduction of a 30 mph speed limit on the B3004 at East Worldham.

At its meeting on 1 February 2017, Worldham Parish Council resolved that the Parish Plan should be updated as several new issues had emerged. A Review Committee was formed and met for the first time on 11 April. It prepared a survey sheet asking parishioners to register issues of concern. This was circulated to all households and a display was mounted at the Three Horseshoes on 4 May. 78 comments were received. The results from this survey formed the basis of the Questionnaire which again was circulated to all households in the Parish in September. Out of the 160 distributed, 116 were returned. 80 of these came from East Worldham, 18 from Hartley Mauditt (including B3006), 11 from West Worldham and 7 from people closely associated with the Parish, a return of 72.5%.

The Review Committee analysed the data, identified the actions needed and drafted the supporting narrative. They agreed immediate implementation of some of the actions and put these forward to the Parish Council and other interested parties. They have also reported regularly to the Parish Council on progress and presented reports to the Annual Parish Assembly attended by parishioners.

When reading this update to the Parish Plan, it is important to remember that the views and perceptions of the people living in the three settlements often had some commonality but sometimes varied. The predominant population in the Parish is in East Worldham. The Review Committee took these factors into account when drawing up the conclusions from the responses to the questionnaire.

Mission Statement

The objective of the Parish Plan Review Committee is to guide and influence the future of Worldham Parish, to preserve and enhance the distinctive character of the natural and built environment and to foster its community spirit.

1 WORLDHAM PARISH

Worldham Parish is a civil parish within the East Hampshire District with a population of approximately 353. It is situated about two miles south-east of Alton and consists of three settlements, East Worldham, West Worldham and Hartley Mauditt with large areas of farmland and woods. Approximately two thirds of the population of the parish live in East Worldham and one third live in West Worldham and Hartley Mauditt. Much of the parish, but not all, is within the South Downs National Park. The Parish is crossed by two busy B classification roads and has a series of narrow, sunken lanes. There are three medieval churches and a number of other listed buildings as well as the ancient woodland of Binswood. Walkers are attracted to the parish because of the Hangers Way and other footpaths that provide fine views to Alton, the Surrey Hills and the South Downs. Many households live in houses built before 1900. In recent years there have been some small housing developments in several parts of the parish. Some redundant farm buildings have been converted either for housing or for industrial purposes. There are now four industrial developments within the parish. At the moment, East Worldham has a settlement policy boundary but West Worldham and Hartley Mauditt do not. The population of Worldham Parish fluctuates both in terms of numbers and of age groups. There are many retired people, young families, a large number of people who commute to neighbouring towns or to London for work and people working from home or who are self-employed. There is no school in the parish so children attend a number of schools in the area. There is a pub, a village hall located at East Worldham and a limited bus service giving access to shops in Alton and Bordon. Farming is no longer the dominant occupation of the parish and the farmers of the parish have diversified their operations. The parish contains a golf course, a holiday complex, a lavender farm and equestrian businesses. It also has a site for the annual convention of the Ahmadiyya Muslim community.

History section of 2010 Parish Plan - Errata

On Page 5 Hartley Mauditt is described as one of the lost villages of England. This should read ‘The heart of Hartley Mauditt is a lost settlement’.

2 Landscape and the Environment

Residents were asked what was important to them with regard to the landscape and their environment. ‘Convenience to work’ and ‘Proximity to Alton’ were seen as less important than in the original Parish Plan. Many other aspects were regarded as important by most people especially those related to rural surroundings such as views, open landscape, quietness, good walking and wildlife.

Pictures of King John’s Hill and lake 0358-28 and Landscape looking towards Hartley Park Farm 0611-4

South Downs National Park

Most people were not concerned about living either within the SDNP or close to its boundary. Some people thought that Worldham Parish should either be entirely in the park or outside it.

The majority of concerns were, however, about planning. Some thought that it might make planning less straightforward. Some thought it might be easier to obtain planning permission outside the park. Others thought it might focus planning applications for development on sites just outside the boundary of the park. There was also concern about the SDNPA’s approach to development, its bureaucracy and possible restrictions.

There appeared to be a need for greater understanding of the aims and objectives of the National Park.

4 South Downs National Park

Most people were not concerned about living either within the SDNP or close to its boundary. Some people thought that Worldham Parish should either be entirely in the park or outside it. The majority of concerns were, however, about planning. Some thought that it might make planning less straightforward. Some thought it might be easier to obtain planning permission outside the park. Others thought it might focus planning applications for development on sites just outside the boundary of the park. There was also concern about the SDNPA’s approach to development, its bureaucracy and possible restrictions. There appeared to be a need for greater understanding of the aims and objectives of the National Park.

Do you have any concerns about living either within the SDNP or close to its boundary

6% Do you have any concerns about living either within the SDNP or close to its boundary 19%

19%

Yes No Blank

75%

Settlement Policy Boundary75%

In its Local Plan, the SDNPASettlement has proposed that Policy East Worldham Boundary should lose its settlement policy boundary (SPB). Settlement Policy Boundary A settlement policy boundary is a planning policy tool used to direct development to the most susIn itstainable Local Plan,locations the SDNPA while protectinghas proposed the thatcountryside. East Worldham Areas should outside lose the its settlement settlement policypolicy boundary are(SPB). recognised as countryside for the purposes of planning policies.

ParishionersA settlement werepolicy askedboundary ’Do isyou a planning think the policy settlement tool used policy to directboundary development for East to Worldham the most shouldsustainable be removed.’ locations This while proved protecting to be athe contentious countryside. issue Areasas the outsidepie chart the shows. settlement policy boundary are recognised as countryside for the purposes of planning policies. Settlement Policy Boundary Parishioners were asked ’Do you think the settlement policy boundary for East Worldham should be removed.’ This proved to be a contentious issue as the pie chart shows.

9% Settlement Policy Boundary14%

9% 14%

22%

4 55%

55% (Adjustments to chart – Key – add Yes it should be removed. No it should not be removed.)

(Adjustments to chart – Key – add Yes it should be removed. No it should not be Manyremoved.) comments were received both for and against.

Many comments were received both for and against.5

5 Do you have any concerns about living either within the SDNP or close to its boundary

19%

Yes No Blank

75%

Settlement Policy Boundary

In its Local Plan, the SDNPA has proposed that East Worldham should lose its settlement policy boundary (SPB).

A settlement policy boundary is a planning policy tool used to direct development to the most sustainable locations while protecting the countryside. Areas outside the settlement policy boundary are recognised as countryside for the purposes of planning policies.

Parishioners were asked ’Do you think the settlement policy boundary for East Worldham should be removed.’ This proved to be a contentious issue as the pie chart shows.

Settlement Policy Boundary

9% 14%

22%

Yes it should be removed No it should not be removed No opinion Left Blank

55%

(Adjustments to chart – Key – add Yes it should be removed. No it should not be removed.)

Many comments were received both for and against. Many comments were received both for and against. Those who opposed the removal of the SPB spoke of the danger of fossilisation and stagnation of East Worldham with little opportunity for housing development and maintaining a sustainable community. Some respondents were particularly concerned about lost opportunities for small houses for downsizing and for affordable housing. Constraints on development5 and financially-driven infill worked well under the existing policy. There is a need for careful and considered development coupled with quality design to ensure that a vibrant community is maintained. Many respondents spoke of maintaining the status quo, lack of reasons for removing it and bureaucratic tinkering. Some respondents also commented that the removal of the SPB ran counter to the Village Design Statement published in 2015 and adopted by the SDNPA.

Those who supported the removal of the SPB commented on the need to protect the countryside and open spaces. Some felt that the existing policy gave little scope for new development so its removal would have very little impact. If its removal gave the opportunity for schemes to provide affordable housing to take place, then this was to be welcomed.

Appendix 1—Parish Boundary and Settlement Policy Boundary

Settlement Policy Boundaries

Settlement Policy Boundaries are a policy tool to delineate in plan form coherent and established built up areas within which further East Worldham development, will in principle, Settlement Policy be permitted. Generally, Boundary settlement boundaries define where open market housing will be allowed provided that the development is in keeping with the form and character of the area and can be appropriately accessed and serviced. By defining settlement boundaries, the areas outside of the boundary are recognised for the purposes of planning policy as Worldham Parish countryside where new Boundary development will be strictly controlled.

Enlarged section of map indicating the East Worldham Settlement Policy Boundary

i 6 Those who opposed the removal of the SPB spoke of the danger of fossilisation and stagnation of East Worldham with little opportunity for housing development and maintaining a sustainable community. Some respondents were particularly concerned about lost opportunities for small houses for downsizing and for affordable housing. Constraints on development and financially- driven infill worked well under the existing policy. There is a need for careful and considered development coupled with quality design to ensure that a vibrant community is maintained. Many respondents spoke of maintaining the status quo, lack of reasons for removing it and bureaucratic tinkering. Some respondents also commented that the removal of the SPB ran counter to the Village Design Statement published in 2015 and adopted by the SDNPA.

Diagram of settlement policy boundary for EW taken from original parish plan Housing Housing Questions were asked to find out what residents felt about any future housing development in Worldham Parish,Questions if development were asked were to permitted.find out what Some residents of these felt questions about any had future been housing asked developmentin the original inParish Plan.Worldham Parish, if development were permitted. Some of these questions had been asked in the original Parish Plan.

WhenWhen asked asked if if there there should should bebe continuingcontinuing small small-scale-scale development, development, there there was was an an overwhelming overwhelming majoritymajority for forthis. this.

If development is permitted, do you think there should be continuing small-scale development in Worldham Parish?

13%

Yes No Blank

82%

When asked what type of additional housing was desirable in Worldham Parish, as in the original Parish Plan, respondents favoured small family homes, low-cost starter homes and houses suitable for down-sizing. Some felt that a mix of housing types might be required. Others favoured provision of houses by Housing Associations. Few favoured private houses to rent or flats.

What type of additional housing do you think would be desirable in Worldham Parish?

30 No of respondents No 20 6 10

Flats Blank

Sheltered housing Small family homesLarge family homes Private houses to rent Single-storey houses Mixed housing in groups

Low-cost starter homes to own Housing Assoc houses for rent Dwellings suitable for downsizing H A houses for shared ownership Type of additional housing

7 A similar question about the location of any new development was asked in the original Parish Plan in 2010. Answers followed a similar pattern, with many residents in favour of the conversion of redundant industrial/farm buildings to housing. Some residents also wanted the replacement of existing buildings with new build. Housing in undeveloped areas of the countryside was the least popular. One resident commented “any planned new housing should intersperse with existing houses and blend in sympathetically”.

Where should new housing development in Worldham Parish occur?

100

40 No of respondents No

0 Infill in large Conversion of Housing in Replacement of Subdivision of large There should be no Blank gardens farm/industrial undeveloped areas existing buildings houses future development buildings of countryside

The fourth question on housing asked residents to consider various comments about future housing development. Most respondents supported the view that further development should be undertaken in a controlled and sustainable way. This would mean meeting the needs of the present without compromising the ability of future generations to meet their needs. They also supported the idea that further development should be for small dwellings to enable the young

7 What type of additional housing do you think would be desirable in Worldham Parish?

30 No of respondents No 20

Flats Blank

Sheltered housing Small family homesLarge family homes Private houses to rent Single-storey houses Mixed housing in groups

Low-cost starter homes to own Housing Assoc houses for rent Dwellings suitable for downsizing H A houses for shared ownership Type of additional housing

A similarA similarquestion question about about the location the location of any of any new new development development was was asked asked inin thethe original Parish Parish Plan in 2010. AnswersPlan in 2010. followed Answers a similar followed pattern, a similar with pattern, many residentswith many inresidents favour ofin favourthe conversion of the of redundant conversion of redundant industrial/farm buildings to housing. Some residents also wanted the industrial/farmreplacement buildings of existing to housing. buildings Some with new residents build. Housing also wanted in undeveloped the replacement areas of of the existing buildings with newcountryside build. wasHousing the least in popular.undeveloped One residentareas ofcommented the countryside “any planned was new the housingleast popular. should One residentintersperse commented with “anyexisting planned houses new and housing blend in sympathetically”.should intersperse with existing houses and blend in sympathetically”. Where should new housing development in Worldham Parish occur?

100

40 No of respondents No

The fourth question on housing asked residents to consider various comments about future housing development. Most respondents supported the view that further development should be undertaken in a controlledThe fourth and question sustainable on housing way. asked This residents would tomean consider meeting various the comments needs ofabo theut future present without housing development. Most respondents supported the view that further development should compromisingbe undertaken the ability in a controlledof future andgenerations sustainable to meetway. Thistheir would needs. mean They meeting also supportedthe needs of the the idea that further presentdevelopment without should compromising be for small the ability dwellings of future to enable generations the young to meet and their older needs. people They to alsoremain within Worldhamsupported Parish. andthe Some olderidea people that residents, further to remain development however, within Worldham felt should thatParish. there be Some for should smallresidents, dwellings be however, no further to felt enable that housing there the young development. should be no further housing development. 7 Q 4. Which of these comments about future housing development would you support?

0 Further dev Further dev Further dev Further dev Further dev There should be BLANK within the parish should be should be for should enable should allow for no further should be undertaken in a small dwellings existing village a mix of housing encouraged controlled and to enable young facilities to be occupants eg development sustainable way and older people sustainable young families, Pictures of Old House Farmto remain within 1225-1, Cornerstone Cottagedownsizers, 0604-1, Wyck Lane new house 0483-39, Windmill Fieldsthe settlement (old council houses) 0484-40assisted living 8 + farmyard of Park Farm with disused farm buildings - 0174-15 Energy

Residents were asked how important they felt the use of renewable energy was to them. The vast majority of respondents from all areas felt it was important (83) compared to 19 who didn’t. This reflected the interest shown in the original Parish Plan about exploring the possibilities of renewables.

Suggestions for future development of renewable energy in Worldham Parish led to a large number of varied responses. The majority of these were in favour of solar either domestic or in fields and/or wind turbines though many were keen that these were discreet. Several also suggested there should be an obligation on new development to be energy-efficient eg solar panels, ground-source heating. Some people suggested solar panels on the village hall roof. A community-based micro-energy scheme involving a solar array to provide electricity to parishioners was suggested by one resident. Conversely there were a few that felt there should be no more solar development. This would appear to be a subject where further debate is needed.

8 Energy

Residents were asked how important they felt the use of renewable energy was to them. The vast majority of respondents from all areas felt it was important (83) compared to 19 who did not. This reflected the interest shown in the original Parish Plan about exploring the possibilities of renewables.

How important is renewable energy to you?

2% 10%

17%

Important Not important No opinion Blank

71%

Solar Farm

Solar Farm Since the original Parish Plan the solar farm between the B3004 and The Hangers Way has been built. QuestionsSince were the originalasked in Parish the Questionnaire Plan the solar relating farm between to the visual the B3004 and economic and The impactHangers of Waythe Solar has Farm onbeen Worldham built. Questions Parish. were asked in the Questionnaire relating to the visual and economic impact of the Solar Farm on Worldham Parish. VISUAL IMPACT – Opinion was virtually evenly split as to whether the solar farm was adequately shieldedVISUAL from theIMPACT B3004. – However,Opinion was a large virtually majority evenly (77% split of thoseas to who whether offered the an solaropinion) farm felt was that adequately shielded from the B3004. However, a large majority (77% of those who offered an more shouldopinion) be felt done that to more improve should the be appearance done to improve of the theentrance. appearance of the entrance. (It should be noted that improvements to the site entrance will need to take into account access for (It should be noted that improvements to the site entrance will need to take into account access agriculturalfor agricultural vehicles tovehicles the fields to the beyond. fields beyond.It is also Ithoped is also to hopedhave access to have to accessthe Hangers to the HangersWay along the sideWay of thealong solar the farm). side of the solar farm). ECONOMIC IMPACT – the Parish benefits by receiving some of the profits of the Solar Farm (approx. ECONOMIC IMPACT – the Parish benefits by receiving some of the profits of the Solar Farm £4000(app a yearrox. for £4000 20 years) a year for for community 20 years) projects. for community A question projects. was asked A question about washow askedthe money about should how be spent.the money should be spent.

SignificantSignificant numbers numbers favoured favoured traffic traffic calming calming measures measures and andfootpath footpath maintenance maintenance with with a fairly a fairly even distributioneven distribution from the other from choices. the other A choices. significant A significant majority majority of Hartley of Hartley Mauditt Mauditt respondents, respondents, however, favouredhowever, ‘repair favouredof the church ‘repair buildings of the church and graveyards’. buildings and It graveyards’.should be noted It should that a be grant noted has that been a obtainedgrant for has the beenpurchase obtained of the for defibrillator. the purchase of the defibrillator.

Pictures of Solar Farm Nos 36 and 37 showing buildings and entrance 9

9 Solar Farm

Transport and Traffic

The Parish is crossed by two busy roads, the B3004 and B3006, as well as several country lanes. A characteristic of the Parish is its narrow sunken single-track lanes with passing places. Whilst there are weight restrictions on some of the lanes, these are largely ignored, and heavy vehicles tend to mount the road edges, causing damage.

Pictures 1622-10 – Cook’s Hill, Hartley Lane and Ghost Corner 0557-49

Similarly, the 30-mph speed limit through East Worldham is frequently ignored, and this, together with the large number of HGVs using the B3004 as a designated lorry route, means that the road tends to dominate the village.

Many respondents commented on the high volume of traffic and its speed both on the B3004 and B3006 and on the connecting roads; Wyck Lane, Blanket Street, Hartley Lane and Littlewood Lane. Vehicle speed as well as junctions and bends with poor sight lines pose an increased risk to those walking, cycling, horse riding and driving within the parish.

The only pavements in the parish are in East Worldham, and even here they extend only partly along the B3004 as it passes through the village.

Question 1 asked residents to consider various transport issues. Responses showed that residents were concerned about the reduction in the bus service through East Worldham. They were less concerned about the cost of transport, the high level of parking charges in Alton and difficulties in parking at Alton station. One resident from Hartley Mauditt commented that with no bus service through the village it would be a concern for non-car owners.

Question 1 How do you regard the following transport issues?

Very Serious Not No opinion serious serious

10 Transport and Traffic

The only pavements in the parish are in East Worldham, and even here they extend only partly along the B3004 as it passes through the village.

Question 1 asked residents to consider various transport issues. Responses showed that residents were concerned about the reduction in the bus service through East Worldham. They were less concerned about the cost of transport, the high level of parking charges in Alton and difficulties in parking at Alton station. One resident from Hartley Mauditt commented that, with no bus service through the village, it would be a concern for non-car owners.

Question 1 How do you regard the following transport issues?

Very Serious Not No opinion serious serious Reduction in the public bus service 48% 33% 7% 12% through East Worldham High costs of public transport 30% 29% 10% 31% Increases in parking charges in Alton 33% 31% 22% 14% Difficulty with parking at Alton Station 25% 35% 9% 31%

Question 2 asked about lack of access to private transport as a resident of Worldham Parish, most people had no concern or expressed no opinion.

No Yes No opinion % 45% 27% 28% Number of responses 52 31 3311 Responses to Question 3 relating to traffic issues in Worldham Parish showed how concerned residents from all areas of the parish are about several different traffic problems.

Five traffic issues stood out as being of major concern to residents, with speed, growing volume of traffic and the increased use of minor roads being most worrying. Heavy vehicles and the danger to pedestrians crossing major roads were considered almost as serious.

How do you regard the following traffic issues in Worldham Parish?

Respondents commented on the number of recorded fatalities and accidents resulting in injury and on the roads being dangerous to pedestrians and cyclists. They also commented on vehicles overtaking on double white lines and drivers tailgating. The need for speed control measures such as traffic calming on Worldham Hill, permanent speed cameras and footpath access were also strongly requested.

One resident also commented on the need to:

11 Question 1 How do you regard the following transport issues?

Question 2 asked about lack of access to private transport as a resident of Worldham Parish, most people had no concern or expressed no opinion.

No Yes No opinion % 45% 27% 28% Number of responses 52 31 33

Responses to Question 3 relating to traffic issues in Worldham Parish showed how concerned residents from all areas of the parish are about several different traffic problems.

How do you regard the following traffic issues in Worldham Parish?

One resident also commented on the need to:

One resident also commented on the need to: 11 ‘Put in place vehicle restrictions, weight and width, at the entrance to Blanket Street from B3004, at the Round House junction with B3006 and at the entrance to Hartley Lane at Oakhanger by the Red Lion pub. HGVs using these routes do irreparable damage to lanes.’

12 RespondentsRespondents were were also also fearful fearful of increased of increased traffic flowstraffic resultingflows resulting from the from Bordon/Whitehill the Bordon/Whitehill development. Theydevelopment. commented They that thecommented traffic implications that the traffic from thisimplications development from arethis as development yet unknown. are as yet unknown.

HowHow do do you you regard regard the the impact impact of oftraffic traffic flows flows resultingresulting from from thethe Bordon/WhitehillBordon/Whitehill development?development?

In Question 4 parishioners were asked to list specific areas within Worldham Parish that they felt are particularly dangerous to motorists and other road users. They named the following areas:

• Three Horseshoes Crossroads • Blanket Street (including triangle at West Worldham) • B3004 (including Green Street) • Worldham Hill • Round House Crossroads • Hartley Lane • Church Lane exit on to B3004 • Wyck Lane All comments were focused on similar issues - sight lines, blind spots, speed of traffic and overtaking. They also commented on minor roads being used as cut throughs particularly by HGVs, danger to pedestrians, crossing major roads and lack of a cycle route/footpath to Alton.

Residents commented as follows:

“We have been resident for two and a half years. Within that time there have been several fatal and serious accidents on the B3004 and we have had to call the police on a number of times for vehicles that have left the road due to speeding. The road is regularly shut by the police to deal with road traffic accidents and this will continue until traffic calming measures are introduced along the B3004 between Oaklands Farm and the Three Horseshoes pub”

“Living at the bottom of Worldham Hill our property is in the 60mph zone. Traffic accelerates after leaving the 30mph zone making it extremely dangerous turning in and out of our property, there is not a clear sight-line. We must accelerate fast as we pull out to avoid a collision”.

“The traffic is getting heavier and more dangerous on Hartley Lane but how do you convince drivers that going around blind bends at 30mph is stupid!”

“Speed of traffic through West Worldham with blind spots and regular use by cycle groups creates an increased risk of accidents”.

12 Round House junction Worldham Hill

B3004 by The Three Horseshoes Ghost Corner

Question 5 asked residents to consider several road safety measures.

When responding one resident wrote:

“We face problems that signs will not fix”

There was much support for the additional safety measures suggested in the questionnaire. Improved sight-lines at the Round House junction with B3006 and an improved junction at the Blanket Street exit on to the B3004 were deemed essential by a large number of respondents from all parts of the parish.

The need for an extension of the pavement down Worldham Hill and a cycle route to Alton received considerable support as did the provision of village gateways at each end of East Worldham.

Many favoured a pedestrian crossing close to the Three Horseshoes pub. A mini roundabout or mirrors were also suggested as solutions for improving the sight lines there. A number of people requested warning signs on dangerous corners eg on Hartley Lane and Blanket Street. Few people wanted a pedestrian crossing on Worldham Hill.

14 Pictures of Round House crossroads taken 9/5, 3 horseshoes 7.5, Ghost Corner 9/5, Blind bend Pullens WW, 14/5 and Worldham Hill 0491-42

Question 5 asked residents to consider several road safety measures. When responding one resident wrote:

“We face problems that signs will not fix”

The need for an extension of the pavement down Worldham Hill and a cycle route to Alton received considerable support as did the provision of village gateways at each end of East Worldham.

Effective warnings at dangerous corners

Additional safety suggestions put forward by residents included: Additional safety suggestions put forward by residents included:

• •Regular Regular repair repair of potholesof potholes in allin allareas areas of ofthe the parish parish • •Cleaning Cleaning of roadof road traffic traffic signs signs • •Removal Removal of partof part of/all of/all the the hedge hedge on onthe the B3006 B3006 to toimprove improve sight sight lines lines at at the the Round Round House House crossroads crossroads • More passing places on all the sunken lanes • •More Effective passing warning places signs on all of the corners sunken on lanes Blanket Street • •Effective Slow down warning signs signs at Hartley of corners Pond on Blanket Street • •Slow Mini down roundabout signs at andHartley mirrors Pond at the Blanket Street junction with the B3004 • •Mini Proper roundabout pinch pointsand mirrors at each at end the ofBlanket East Worldham Street junction village with on theB3004 B3004 • Benches on grass opposite village hall and large flower planters to make the village looked lived • Proper pinch points at each end of East Worldham village on B3004 in and encourage traffic to slow down • Benches on grass opposite village hall and large flower planters to make the village look lived in and encourage traffic to slow down13

Junction of Blanket Street with B3004

15 In Question 6 residents were asked to rate the importance of possible speed control measures for Worldham Parish. The overall majority regarded the retention of the double white (no overtaking lines) in East Worldham as very important. A 30 mph speed restriction in West Worldham and Hartley Mauditt was regarded almost as important. 50mph speed restrictions on both the B3004 and B3006 together with a 40 mph buffer zone around East Worldham also received strong support.

Many people wanted the addition of either speed cameras or electronic signs displaying vehicle actual speed. A small number of people felt speed measures were not important.

How important do you regard each of the following speed control measures for Worldham Parish?

A link between the B3004 and the A31 at Caker Bridge has been suggested at some time in the distant future. Question 7 tested the level of support for such a development.

Many respondents did not support the development, believing it would bring increased traffic to the B3004. Those that were in favour felt it would prevent many drivers using Blanket Street as a cut through.

16 14 A large amount of data was collected from the questionnaire relating to traffic issues. Further details are published in Appendix 2.

A large amount of data was collectedFootpaths from the questionnaire relating to traffic issues. FurtherA large detailsamount are of publisheddata was incollected Appendix from 2. the questionnaire relating to traffic issues. RespondentsFurther details were are asked published a number in Appendix of questions 2. about the footpaths in the Parish. The first Question (a) (i) was about signposting: A large amount of data was collected from the questionnaire relating to traffic issues. RespondentsFurther details were are asked published a number inAre Appendix of local questions footpaths 2. about well the footpaths in the Parish. The first QuRespondentsestion (a) (werei) was asked about a signposting:number of questionssignposted? about the footpaths in the Parish. The first Question (a) (i) was about signposting:

Respondents were asked a number11% of questions about the footpaths in the Parish. The first Question (a) (i) was about signposting:

Yes 26% No No opinion 63%

The majority thought the signposting was good. 13 respondents identified footpaths that were not well signposted. Some pointed in the wrong direction, others were in generally poor condition and some were missing or overgrown.

QuestionThe majority (a )though (ii) wast theabout signposting maintenance: was good. 13 respondents identified footpaths that were noThet well majority signposted. though t Somethe signposting pointed in was the goodwrong. 13 direction, respondents others identified were in generallyfootpaths poor that were conditionnot well signposted. and some were Some missin pointedg or i novergrown. the wrong direction, others were in generally poor condition and some were missing or overgrown. Question (a) (ii) was about maintenance: TheQuestion majority (a )though (ii) wast theabout signposting maintenance: was good. 13 respondents identified footpaths that were not well signposted. Some pointed in the wrong direction, others were in generally poor condition and some were missing or overgrown. Are local footpaths well Question (a) (ii) was about maintenance:maintained?

15%

Yes

52% No 61 out of 116 respondents thought33% the footpaths were well Nomaintained opinion . However, 17 thought they were not. Many were able to identify specific places where footpaths needed better maintenance, especially becoming overgrown in the summer. It should be noted that some action has been taken since the questionnaire was circulated to improve certain footpaths eg steps61 out down of 116 to respondents The Old School thought House the in foot Eastpaths Worldham were well and maintained up to the .field However off Clays, 17 Lane thought. One respondentthey61 out were of 116 not. expressed respondents Many were gratitude ablethought to at identify the changefoot specificpaths of weresome places well stiles where maintained to kissingfootpaths . gates.H oweverneeded , better17 thought maintenancethey were not., especially Many were becoming able to identify overgrown specific in the places summer. where It shouldfootpaths be needednoted that better some Theactionmaintenance final has question been, especially taken (a) since(iii) becoming asked the questionnaire whether overgrown there inwas were the circulated summer.other general toIt shouldimprove concerns be certain noted relating footpathsthat tosome eg footpathsstepsaction down has. been to The taken Old sinceSchool the House questionnaire in East Worldham was circulated and up to toimprove the field certain off Clays footpaths Lane. egOne respondentsteps61 out down of 116 expressedto respondents The Old gratitudeSchool thought House at the in changefoot Eastpaths Worldham of weresome well stiles and maintained upto kissingto the .field gates.However off Clays, 17 Lane thought. One respondentthey were not. expressed Many were gratitude able to at identify the change specific of some places stiles where to kissingfootpaths gates. needed better Themaintenance final question, especially (a) (iii) becoming asked whether overgrown there in were the summer.other general It should concerns be noted relating that tosome footpathsTheaction final has .question been taken (a) since(iii) asked the questionnaire whether there was were circulated other general to improve concerns certain relating footpaths to eg footpathssteps down. to The Old School House in East Worldham and up to the field off Clays Lane. One respondent expressed gratitude at the change of some stiles to kissing gates.

The final question (a) (iii) asked whether there were other general concerns relating to footpaths. 17

15 15

15 The final question (a) (iii) asked whether there were other general concerns relating to footpaths.

When using the footpaths do you have any other concerns?

2% 24% 26% Yes No No opinion Blank

48%

A broad variety of comments and concerns about footpaths were received from respondents from all areas of the parish. 20% of the comments were about dog fouling on footpaths whilst others commented on dangers to dogs from electric fences used across footpaths, crop spraying and difficult stiles. There was some concern too about overgrown, rutted or diverted paths. Many references were made about issues to do with Footpath 27 on Oaklands Farm – the need for a gate rather than stile at the bridge crossing the stream, the path being moved without permission and the need to walk along the B3004 to access it. There were also concerns about the dangers to walkers and dogs from animals grazing in fields crossed by footpaths.

Picture 0616-6, (Footpath at Hartley Mauditt), 0478-38 (steps from footpath into Clays Lane)

Byways open to all traffic (BOATS)

BOATS are tracks that can be used by walkers, cyclists, horse-riders and also by motor vehicles. There are two BOATS in Worldham Parish:

• Candovers, Hartley Mauditt towards Selborne – part of the Hangers Way long-distance path and Writers’ Way • Water(y) Lane in West Worldham – part of the Writers’ Way

Pookles Lane in East Worldham is not a BOAT. It is officially an unclassified un-metalled track, adopted and maintained by Hampshire County Council and as such is open to all traffic.

The condition of the BOATS has been a problem for some years as they were virtually unusable by walkers, cyclists and horse-riders. Recently they have been repaired but are already showing signs of damage.

In response to Question 1 a large number of respondents had no opinion on the state of the BOATS. Some observed that they had deteriorated whilst others thought they had improved.

Picture 0616-6, (Footpath at Hartley Mauditt), 0478-38 (steps from footpath into Clays Lane) Byways open to all traffic (BOATS)

Byways open to all traffic (BOATS)

BOATS are tracks that can be used by walkers, cyclists, horse-riders and also by motor vehicles. There are two BOATS in Worldham Parish:

• Candovers, Hartley Mauditt towards Selborne – part of the Hangers Way long-distance path and Writers’ Way • Water(y) Lane in West Worldham – part of the Writers’ Way

Pookles Lane in East Worldham is not a BOAT. It is officially an unclassified un-metalled track, adopted and maintained by Hampshire County Council and as such is open to all traffic.

In response to Question 1 a large number of respondents had no opinion on the state of the BOATS. Some observed that they had deteriorated whilst others thought they had improved.

Do you consider that the situation regarding BOATS has improved/deteriorated since 2010?

60 16 50

No of respondents No 30

0 Improved Deteriorated No opinion Blank

Comments on this question included:

“I am concerned that if the Hangers Way is not closed to motor vehicles, soon the surface will deteriorate again”.

“Off road vehicles make Water(y) Lane impassable for pedestrians”.

“The actual track surfaces have been improved but walkers, horses and motorised vehicles do not share happily”.

In Question 2 the suggestion of redefining BOATS to bridleways received strong support.

Would you support the redefinition of all BOATS in the parish to bridleways? 19 100

40 No of respondents No

0 Yes No No opinion

Comment on this question included:

17 Do you consider that the situation regarding BOATS has improved/deteriorated since 2010?

No of respondents No 30

0 Improved Deteriorated No opinion Blank

Comments on this question included:

“I am concerned that if the Hangers Way is not closed to motor vehicles, soon the surface will deteriorate again”.

“Off road vehicles make Water(y) Lane impassable for pedestrians”.

“The actual track surfaces have been improved but walkers, horses and motorised vehicles do not share happily”.

In Question 2 the suggestion of redefining BOATS to bridleways received strong support.

Would you support the redefinition of all BOATS in the parish to bridleways?

100

40 No of respondents No

0 Yes No No opinion

Comments on this question included: Comment on this question included: “Tricky question, don’t like to spoil anyone’s hobby but, in principle. Yes”. “There are plenty of places motorbikes and17 off road vehicles can go”.

20 “Tricky question, don’t like to spoil anyone’s hobby but, in principle. Yes”.

“There are plenty of places motorbikes and off road vehicles can go”.

Picture 5250-6 Water Lane Community Activities Community Activities This section demonstrates the value Worldham Parish residents place on community spirit.

(i) Village Hall

The village hall is the responsibility of the Parish Council. As in the original Parish Plan, there is strong support of a village hall and considerable interest in extending the range of parish activities held there.

For what purposes does Worldham Parish need a village hall?

120

100

No of respondents No 40

Blank Meetngs

Indoor sports Social activities Equipment hire Private functions No need for a hall Public performances Fund raising events Group activities eg RecreationalWI activities Purposes

As in the original Parish Plan parking was cited as a major problem. There was also a view that the Three Horseshoes could be used for some parish activities instead of the hall thus providing more support for the pub.

When asked what time of day people were likely to make use of the hall, 52 said both day and evening, 36 opted for evening only and 7 opted for day time only.

Picture 0342-26 village hall

(ii) Community Activities

Some of the community activities that take place in Worldham Parish either regularly or occasionally are:

21 (ii) Community Activities

Some of the community activities that take place in Worldham Parish either regularly or occasionally are:

Pantomime Open Farm Sundays Parish Worldham Garden Openings Walks Choir Barn Christmas Tree Festival Lent Fun Dog Women’s Institute Dances Lunches Shows Barbecues Children’s Christmas Bonfire Dinearounds St Nicholas Parties Night Suppers

Pictures 2189-11 cricket and 0962 Christmas tree festival

Parishioners were asked what other activities they would support. Several said ‘anything that brings the community together’. A few thought that ‘the current activities were just about right for our widespread community’.

Over 60 suggestions were made covering a wide range of ideas.

Many suggestions related to sports of all kinds such as reviving the cricket match, games afternoons, table tennis, golf, croquet, football matches and regular exercise/yoga/keep fit.

Other activities put forward included film, music and magic evenings, art and dance classes, wine tasting, a bridge club, talks and a Children’s Club on Sunday afternoons.

Social events proposed included supper parties, parish get-togethers, regular coffee mornings and parish litter picking mornings. Charity events, jumble sales and a Summer Fete were also suggested.

The idea of support networks for the elderly, infirm, new mums and new residents was put forward. Keeping the pub as a social hub was mentioned by several respondents.

PicturePantomime of Three Open Horseshoes Farm Sundays 0508 -43 Parish Worldham Garden Openings Walks Choir (iii)Barn Worldham ChristmasCommunity Tree Group Festival Lent Fun Dog Women’s Institute Dances Lunches Shows ThisBarbecues was formed Children’s in 2016 Christwith amas view to benefitingBonfire the communityDinearounds through sStocial Nicholas activities and supporting the maintenanceParties and provision ofNight amenities that would benefit parishioners.Suppers

Pictures 2189-11 cricket and 0962 Christmas tree festival

Over 60 suggestions were made covering a wide range of ideas.

Many suggestions related to sports of all kinds such as reviving the cricket match, games afternoons, table tennis, golf, croquet, football matches and regular exercise/yoga/keep fit.

Other activities put forward included film, music and magic evenings, art and dance classes, wine tasting, a bridge club, talks and a Children’s Club on Sunday afternoons.

Social events proposedAre included you aware supper of the part Worldhamies, parish Community get-togethers, Group? regular coffee mornings and parish litter picking mornings. Charity events, jumble sales and a Summer Fete were also suggested.

The idea of support networks for the elderly, infirm, new mums and new residents was put forward. Keeping the pub as a social hub was mentioned by several respondents.

Picture of Three Horseshoes 0508-43 22 (iii) Worldham Community Group

This was formed in 2016 with a view to benefiting the community through social activities and supporting the maintenance and provision of amenities that would benefit parishioners.

Are you aware of the Worldham Community Group?

19 Pantomime Open Farm Sundays Parish Worldham Garden Openings Walks Choir Barn Christmas Tree Festival Lent Fun Dog Women’s Institute Dances Lunches Shows Barbecues Children’s Christmas Bonfire Dinearounds St Nicholas Parties Night Suppers

Pictures 2189-11 cricket and 0962 Christmas tree festival

Over 60 suggestions were made covering a wide range of ideas.

Many suggestions related to sports of all kinds such as reviving the cricket match, games afternoons, table tennis, golf, croquet, football matches and regular exercise/yoga/keep fit.

Other activities put forward included film, music and magic evenings, art and dance classes, wine tasting, a bridge club, talks and a Children’s Club on Sunday afternoons.

Social events proposed included supper parties, parish get-togethers, regular coffee mornings and parish litter picking mornings. Charity events, jumble sales and a Summer Fete were also suggested.

The idea of support networks for the elderly, infirm, new mums and new residents was put forward. Keeping the pub as a social hub was mentioned by several respondents.

Picture of Three Horseshoes 0508-43 (iii) Worldham Community Group (iii) Worldham Community Group

This was formed in 2016 with a view to benefiting the community through social activities and supporting the maintenance and provision of amenities that would benefit parishioners.

Are you aware of the Worldham Community Group?

Worldham Community Group

6% 0%

Are you aware of the Worldham Community Group?

Yes No 40% Blank 54%

19 Open Space 23

Parishioners were questioned about the need for a public open space or recreational area in Worldham Parish, its location and what it should be used for.

43% (50) supported the need for an open space but 23% (25) did not and over 25% (33) said they had no opinion. The low response may have been because of the location of respondents in the parish or because they could see no personal need for such a space.

Is there a need for a public open space or recreational area in Worldham Parish?

28% 43% Yes No No opinion Blank

22%

Suggestions for its location were mainly concentrated on East Worldham. Several respondents mentioned Burch’s Field along Wyck Lane. Other locations in East Worldham included by the church, a site down Shelley’s Lane and a central village location close to the village hall. Some wondered if any land was available and whether or not there was a demand. Several thought that any site should be central with easy access from both East Worldham and West Worldham.

Picture 0380-13 – Burch Field

Most respondents to the question regarding uses for a public open space or recreational area opted for community events such as a fete or a bonfire and a kick-about (games) area. There was significant support for a seating area and nature. Other suggestions included a community orchard and allotments, cricket pitch, tennis court and parking.

20 Worldham Community Group

6% 0%

Yes No 40% Blank 54%

Open Space Open Space

Parishioners were questioned about the need for a public open space or recreational area in Worldham Parish, its location and what it should be used for.

43% (50) supported the need for an openWorldham space Community but Group 23% (25) did not and over 25% (33) said they had no opinion. The low response may have been because of the location of respondents in the parish or because they could see no personal need for such a space. 6% 0% Is there a need for a public open space or recreational area in Worldham Parish?

Yes No 40% Blank 54%

28% 43% Yes No No opinion Blank

Open Space 22% Parishioners were questioned about the need for a public open space or recreational area in Worldham Parish, its location and what it should be used for.

43%Suggestions (50) supported for its location the need were for mainlyan open concentrated space but 23%on E ast(25) Worldham did not and. Several over 25% respondents (33) said theymentioned had no Burch’s opinion. Field The alon lowg response Wyck Lane. may Otherhave beenlocations because in E astof theWorldham location includedof respondents by the inchurch, the parish a site or down because Shelley’s they couldLane seeand noa central personal village need location for such close a space. to the village hall. Some wondered if any land was available and whether or not there was a demand. Several thought that any site should Is therebe central a need for witha public easy open spaceaccess or recreational from both area in E Worldhamast Worldham Parish? and West Worldham.

Picture 0380-13 – Burch Field

7% Most respondents to the question regarding uses for a public open space or recreational area opted for community events such as a fete or a bonfire and a kick-about (games) area. There was significant support for a seating area and nature. Other suggestions included a community orchard and allotments, cricket pitch, tennis court and parking.

28% 43% Yes 20 No No opinion Blank

22%

Picture 0380-13 – Burch Field Burch Field, East Worldham

24 20 For what should a public open space or recreational area be used? For what should a public open space or recreational area be used? 70 70

60 60

50 50

40 40 Series1 Series1 30

No of respondents No 30 No of respondents No 20 20

10 10

0 0 Community events Kick-about space (games) Seating area Nature Community events Kick-about space (games) Seating area Nature

Communication Communication Communication In such a widespread parish, reliable communication, especially on parish matters is very Inimportant. such a widespread Parishioners par needish, reliable to be able communication, to find out what especially is happening on parish and mattersalso be isable very to post important.information Parishioners on community need events to be and able other to find activities. out what is happening and also be able to post information on community events and other activities. In Question 1 (a) parishioners were asked to rate their broadband speed. The majority rated it Inas Question unsatisfactory 1 (a). parishioners They identified were the a skedfollowing to rate as theirareas broadband where broadband speed. Thespeed majority was rated it asunsatisfactory: unsatisfactory . They identified the following as areas where broadband speed was unsatisfactory:

• East Worldham including Wyck Lane and Worldham Hill 37 • East Worldham including Wyck Lane and Worldham Hill 37 • West Worldham 12 • West Worldham 12 • Hartley Mauditt including the Candovers area 12 • Hartley Mauditt including the Candovers area 12 • Binswood 6 • Binswood 6 • Other areas eg Clays Lane, Tylings Cottages, Blanket Street 8 • Other areas eg Clays Lane, Tylings Cottages, Blanket Street 8 The need for improved broadband for business and for those working from home was Thecommented need for upon.improved broadband for business and for those working from home was commented upon.

25 21 21 How do you rate your broadband speed?

80 How do you rate your broadband speed?

80 70

70 60

60 50

50 40

No of respondents No 30

No of respondents No 30 20

20 10

10 0 Satisfactory Unsatisfactory No broadband Blank 0 Satisfactory Unsatisfactory No broadband Blank Since the questionnaire was circulated, representatives from Open Reach and the Hampshire SinceSuperf theast questionnaireBroadband Programme was circulated, attended representatives a public meeting from inOpen April Reach 2018 andand promisedthe Hampshire that SuperfSuperfastast Broadband Programmewould be rolled attended out as a follows: public meeting in April 2018 and promised that Superfast Broadband would be rolled out as follows: • East Worldham Summer 2019 • EastWest WorldhamWorldham and Hartley Mauditt SummerAutumn 20192019 • WestCandover Worldhams and Hartley Mauditt possiblyAutumn 2019a bespoke system • Candovers possibly a bespoke system In Question 1(b) parishioners were asked to rate their mobile phone coverage. The majority Inrated Question it as unsatisfactory. 1(b) parishioners They were identified asked the to ratefollowing their areasmobile where phone mobile coverage. phone The coverag majoritye was ratedeither itinadequate as unsatisfactory. or intermittent: They identified the following areas where mobile phone coverage was either inadequate or intermittent: • East Worldham including Worldham Hill and Wyck Lane 43 • EastOaklands Worldham Farm/Tylings including Cottages Worldham Hill and Wyck Lane 43 4 • OaklandsBlanket Street/Clays Farm/Tylings Lane Cottages 45 • BlanketWest Worldham Street/Clays Lane 12 5 • WestHartley Worldham Mauditt 12 5 • HartleyCandovers Mauditt 57 • CandoversBinswood 76 • Binswood 6 How do you rate your mobile phone coverage? How do you rate your mobile phone coverage? 90

8090

7080

6070

5060

4050

3040

No of respondents No 2030 No of respondents No 1020

100 Responses0 to QuestionSatisfactory 2 Unsatisfactoryabout what meansNo mobile of communicationBlank people use to find out local information showed that most people rely onphone the parish magazine, the King’s World, (80% of Responses to QuestionSatisfactory 2 Unsatisfactoryabout what meansNo mobile of communicationBlank people use to find out local households in Worldham Parish subscribe to it) as well as word of mouth. information showed that most people rely onphone the parish magazine, the King’s World, (80% of households in Worldham Parish subscribe to it)22 as well as word of mouth. 2226

Neighbourhood Watch is used by many to receive alerts about crime, incidents and scams in the area. The Worldham website is used by the Parish Council for posting information. Whilst the website is accessed by many outside the parish for information, it is not used by many within the parish either for obtaining or posting information. The King’s World remains the main communication tool and is used by parishioners and organisations for posting information. Other meansResponses of communication to Question such2 about as what targeted means flyers,of communication posters and people the use village to find noticeboards out local information are also used.showed that most people rely on the parish magazine, the King’s World, (80% of households in Worldham Parish subscribe to it) as well as word of mouth. Worldham has a closed Facebook page and the membership and popularity of this within the parishNeighbourhood is increasing. Watch is used by many to receive alerts about crime, incidents and scams in the area. Neighbourhood Watch is used by many to receive alerts about crime, incidents and scams in The Worldham website is used by the Parish Council for posting information. Whilst the website is the area. The Worldham websiteCommunication is used - findingby the out Parish and posting Council information for posting information. Whilst accessedthe website by many is accessed outside theby many parish outside for information, the parish it for is notinformation, used by manyit is not within used the by parishmany within either for obtainingthe120 parish or posting either for information. obtaining or The posting King’s information. World remains The King’sthe main World communication remains the maintool and is used by communicparishionersation and tool organisations and is used byfor parishioners posting information. and organisations Other means for posting of communication information. Other such as targetedmeans flyers, of communication posters and suchthe village as targeted noticeboards flyers, posters are also and used. the village noticeboards are also used.100

WorldhamWorldham has has a closed a closed Facebook Facebook page page and and the the membership membership and and popularity populari tyof ofthis this within within the the parish is increasing.parish80 is increasing.

Communication - finding out and posting information Finding out information 60 120 Posting information

No of respondents No 40 100

80 20

Finding out information 60 Posting information 0

No of respondents No 40 Flyers Posters

King’s World Word of mouth 20 Worldham.org Notice boards Local newspapers Worldham Facebook Neighbourhood Watch 0 In Question 3 parishioners were asked if they were willing to provide their contact details for a Flyers Posters

Parish Directory in orderKing’s Worldto help better communication within the parish. Concern was raised Word of mouth Worldham.org Notice boards about privacy. Local newspapers Worldham Facebook Neighbourhood Watch

Since thisIn Questionquestion 3 was parishioners completed, were askedthere ifmay they bewere difficulties willing to provide with putting their contact a Directory details for into a operationParish because Directory of inthe order General to help Data better Protection communication Regulation, within the parish.May 2018. Concern was raised about privacy.

Since this question was completed, there may be difficulties with putting a Directory into Picturesoperation of King’s because World of the and General an Openreach Data Protection cabinet Regulation, May 2018.

Would you be willing to provide your contact details for a Parish Directory to help better Pictures of King’s World and an Openreachcommunication cabinet within the parish?

Would you be willing to provide your contact details for a Parish Directory to help better communication within the parish? 13%

13%

Yes No 25% Yes Blank 25% No Blank

62% 62%

Social and Other Issues Social and Other Issues 23 23 Social and Other Issues

Residents were asked to comment on various social issues that were raised in the survey sheets and around the parish. Some of these issues were the same as in the original Parish Plan. Over 90% of those who responded were concerned about fly tipping. Litter and the possibility of theft and burglary also concerned many residents as in 2010. Dog fouling and lack of police presence concerned a number of people. They were less worried about vandalism, Illegal encampments, horse riding on footpaths and people trafficking. A small number commented on lack of consideration for neighbours.

Picture 4664-2097321158 fly tipping in Clays Lane

AmongAmong other other issues issues raised raised were were the dangers the dangers from poaching from poaching and crop and spraying crop andspraying the lack and of themaintenance lack of outsidemaintenance some people’s outside properties some people’s eg overhanging properties branches. eg overhanging branches.

Which of the following social and other issues concern you as a resident of Worldham Parish?

100

No of respondents No 30

Litter Blank

Fly tipping Vandalism Dog fouling

Theft and burglary Illegal encampments Slavery and trafficking Lack of police presence Horse-riding on footpaths

Lack of consideration for neighbours Social and other concerns 28

APPENDIX 1 – PLANNING GUIDELINES - WORLDHAM PARISH VILLAGE DESIGN STATEMENT

2. The open countryside between the neighbouring settlement areas within the parish, and between the parish and Alton should be preserved and protected from inappropriate development including large scale industrial or commercial development.

3. As a general principle, new development should be restricted to existing developed areas of the parish, avoiding green-field sites and extensions of existing development boundaries. Any exceptions to this principle need to be of exemplar design quality and in harmony with landscape features and setting.

4. New development within existing groupings or clusters of buildings should generally conform to this established pattern. Planning policy should support conserving the clustered form and rural character of the villages and discourage dispersed settlement.

5. In order to preserve the open character of the village and minimise the impact on biodiversity, building of houses in existing gardens should be allowed only where generous standards of separation can be met.

6. A mix of house sizes is desirable, including smaller houses, to maintain the existing diversity of population in the parish. This is particularly important in Worldham Parish where future development is likely to occur through small scale, incremental development resulting in developers’ preferences for larger houses. 24 APPENDIX 1 – PLANNING GUIDELINES - WORLDHAM PARISH VILLAGE DESIGN STATEMENT

1. New development should not be visually detrimental to the landscape vistas which are visible from many parts of the parish including developments which alter the natural or traditionally managed rural character of the landscape in areas of high visual sensitivity. 2. The open countryside between the neighbouring settlement areas within the parish, and between the parish and Alton should be preserved and protected from inappropriate development including large scale industrial or commercial development. 3. As a general principle, new development should be restricted to existing developed areas of the parish, avoiding green-field sites and extensions of existing development boundaries. Any exceptions to this principle need to be of exemplar design quality and in harmony with landscape features and setting. 4. New development within existing groupings or clusters of buildings should generally conform to this established pattern. Planning policy should support conserving the clustered form and rural character of the villages and discourage dispersed settlement. 5. In order to preserve the open character of the village and minimise the impact on biodiversity, building of houses in existing gardens should be allowed only where generous standards of separation can be met. 6. A mix of house sizes is desirable, including smaller houses, to maintain the existing diversity of population in the parish. This is particularly important in Worldham Parish where future development is likely to occur through small scale, incremental development resulting in developers’ preferences for larger houses. 7. Design of new houses should include provision of adequate and good quality parking with suitable access and space for turning and without the need to reverse onto lanes and highways. Layout of parking arrangements should be sensitive to views and environment of adjacent properties, including suitable screening and, where practicable, the use of car ports. 8. In the event of larger sites becoming available, they should not be taken as opportunities for overly dense, prominent suburban or urban development. In particular, they should be sustainable within our small communities and not put pressure on existing facilities and infrastructure. Developments should reflect diversity of design rather than developers’ standard formats. 9. Design, layout and spacing of new houses should be sympathetic to the rural setting of the parish, avoiding development more suited to urban environments. In particular, they should be appropriate and sympathetic to their setting in terms of scale, height, massing and density, and relationship to adjoining buildings and landscape features. This allows scope for a range of different designs, including traditional/vernacular styles and buildings which are innovative and imaginative in concept, provided always that they are well designed and blend comfortably with their setting and context. 10. Layout and design of new development should contribute to local distinctiveness, achieving high standards of finish and design and making a positive contribution to the overall appearance and character of built development within the parish. 11. Native hedging and trees are a distinctive feature of the parish and should be preserved and encouraged in areas of new development, in particular on road frontages. 12. Due to the absence of mains drainage in the parish, particular regard should be given to the design and suitability of proposed sewerage and drainage systems on new developments. 13. On new developments, cabling for utilities should be placed underground. 14. Repairs or changes to roads, lanes and footpaths should maintain the character of sunken lanes and the rural nature of the parish, avoiding urbanisation resulting from installation of inappropriate surfaces, kerbs and street furniture. 15. Due regard should be given to the SDNPA’s ‘dark skies’ policy in respect of lighting throughout the parish for both public and private areas, and limited to the minimum necessary for safety/security, including down-lighters and timing switches.

29 7. Design of new houses should include provision of adequate and good quality parking with suitable access and space for turning and without the need to reverse onto lanes and highways. Layout of parking arrangements should be sensitive to views and environment of adjacent properties, including suitable screening and, where practicable, the use of car ports.

8. In the event of larger sites becoming available, they should not be taken as opportunities for overly dense, prominent suburban or urban development. In particular, they should be sustainable within our small communities and not put pressure on existing facilities and infrastructure. Developments should reflect diversity of design rather than developers’ standard formats.

9. Design, layout and spacing of new houses should be sympathetic to the rural setting of the parish, avoiding development more suited to urban environments. In particular, they should be appropriate and sympathetic to their setting in terms of scale, height, massing and density, and relationship to adjoining buildings and landscape features. This allows scope for a range of different designs, including traditional/vernacular styles and buildings which are innovative and imaginative in concept, provided always that they are well designed and blend comfortably with their setting and context.

10. Layout and design of new development should contribute to local distinctiveness, achieving high standards of finish and design and making a positive contribution to the overall appearance and character of built development within the parish.

11. Native hedging and trees are a distinctive feature of the parish and should be preserved and encouraged in areas of new development, in particular on road frontages.

12. Due to the absence of mains drainage in the parish, particular regard should be given to the design and suitability of proposed sewerage and drainage systems on new developments.

13. On new developments, cabling for utilities should be placed underground.

14. Repairs or changes to roads, lanes and footpaths should maintain the character of sunken lanes and the rural nature of the parish, avoiding urbanisation resulting from installation of inappropriate surfaces, kerbs and street furniture.

15. Due regard should be given to the SDNPA’s ‘dark skies’ policy in respect of lighting throughout the parish for both public and private areas, and limited to the minimum necessary for safety/security, including down-lighters and timing switches.

APPENDIXAppendix 2 – 2 TRAFFIC – Traffic issuesISSUES

This Thisappendix appendix provides provides additional additional data data and and comments comments relating relating to to traffic traffic issues.

QuestionQuestion 3 How 3 H doow you do you regard regard the the following following traffic traffic issues issues in in WorldhamWorldham Parish?Parish?

No of Very Not responses % Serious % % from a serious serious possible 116

Speed of traffic 87 80% 21 19% 1 1% 109 Growing volume of traffic 81 77% 20 19% 4 4% 105 Heavy vehicles 68 64% 32 30% 6 6% 106 Traffic danger to pedestrians crossing 65 64% 29 28% 8 8% 102 major roads Increasing use of minor roads e.g. Hartley 70 67% 30 29% 5 5% 105 Lane & Blanket Street Traffic noise 39 40% 35 36% 24 24% 98 Traffic pollution 41 42% 34 35% 22 23% 97 Question 4 Please list areas within Worldham Parish that you feel are particularly Impact of traffic flows resulting from the 68 65% 33 31% 4 4% 105 dangerousBordon/Whitehill to development motorists and other road users. QuestionLocation 4 Please listComments areas within Worldham Parish that you feel are particularly dangerousNo of to Question 4 Please listlist areasareas withinwithin WorldhamWorldham ParishParish thatthat youyou feelfeel areare particularlyparticularly motoristsdangerous and other to motorists road users. and other road users. respondents Threedangerous to motoristsSight lines and other road users. 28 LocationHorseshoes Comments crossroadLocation Comments NoN o ofof Blanket Street Ghost corner respondents28 Threeincluding triangle SightBlind spotslines 25 28 Horseshoesat WW Damage to edge of road crossroad Speeding, Blanket Street GhostLarge lorriescorner using Blanket Street every day damaging the edge of the 28 including triangle Blindroad asspots they pull in to pass other vehicles, sometimes leaving a gully at WW Damageof up to 20/30cm to edge ofdeep, road Speeding,Overtaking, LargeNarrow lorries single using lane Blanketwith blind Street corners every day damaging the edge of the roadSpeed as of they traffic pull using in to lanespass otheras cut vehicles, throughs sometimes leaving a gully of up to 20/30cm deep, B3004 Overtaking,Overtaking vehicles 25 NarrowSpeeding single lane with blind corners SpeedJunction of oftraffic Rooker usingy Barn lanes Lane as cut and throughs B3004 Crossing road from Tylings to footpath towards Binswood extremely B3004 Overtakingdangerous forvehicles pedestrians 25 SpeedingLack of cycl e track and footpath on B3004 to Alton JRoadunction not of wide Rooker enoughy Barn for LaneHGVs and B3004 CroNo consssingideration road fro mfor Tyling pedestrianss to footpath that have toward no schoic Binswoode but to extremely use the dangerousroad for pedestrians LackTraffic of accelerating cycle track and into footpath the 60mp onh B3004zone making to Alton it extremely Roaddangerous not wide when enough turnin forg out HGVs NoMost cons of theideration traffic for entering pedestrians EW from that Alton have isno not choic keepinge but to usethe the roadspeed limit TrafficDanger accelerating when pulling into out the of adjac60mpenth zone lanes making it extremely dangerous when turning out Most of the traffic entering EW from Alton is not keeping to the speed limit Danger when pulling out of adjacent lanes

Worldham Hill Danger to driveway access 22 Danger to pedestrians when walking down Worldham Hill Link from footpath to pavement on hill, Lack of continuous pavement requiring resident at lower end to cross Worldham Hill Dangerthe road to twice drivewa andy to access do so without adequate sight of the road 22 DangerFurther downto pedestrians the hill no when access walking to footpath down Worldhamwhatsoever Hill LinkOvertaking from footpath on double to pavement white lines, on hill, LackAreas of too continuous narrow for pavement large lorries requiring and festival resident traffic at lower end to cross the road twice and to do so without adequate sight of the road Round House FurtherSome people down theavoid hil lthe no crossroadsaccess to footpath and use whatsoever the exit nearer to Selborne 17 and Littlewood Overtakingto come from on Farringdon double white lines, Lane AreasUnsuitable too narrow for HGVs for large lorries and festival traffic Two blind corners, Round House SomeRegular people accidents avoid as the people crossroads drive30 too and fast use especially the exit nearer dangerous to Selborne in 17 and Littlewood tofreezing come fromconditions Farringdon Lane Unsuitable for HGVs Hartley Lane TwoBlind blind spots corners, 14 RegularDamage accidents to edge of as road people by HGV drive vehicles too fast especially dangerous in freezingSpeed of conditions traffic Being used as cut through Hartley Lane Blind spotsbend entrance to farm entrance 14 DamageIncreasing to volumeedge of of road traffic by HGV vehicles SpeedDangerous of traffic bends Being used as cut through Church Lane BlindTop of bend Worldham entrance Hill to trying farm toentrance exit Church Lane difficult to see traffic 12 Increasingapproaching volume quickly of over traffic top of hill from left and traffic coming around Dangerousbend quickly bends from right ChurchWyck Lane Lane TopEntering of Worldham Windmill HillFields trying via tovillage exit Church from Wyck Lane difficult to see traffic 1210 approachingHangers Way quickly crossing over not top signposted of hill from left and traffic coming around bendDifficult quickly junction from with right B3004 Wyck Lane Entering Windmill Fields via village from Wyck 10 Hangers Way crossing not signposted26 Difficult junction with B3004

26 Question 4 Please list areas within Worldham Parish that you feel are particularly dangerous to motorists and other road users.

Location Comments No of respondents Three Sight lines 28 Horseshoes crossroad Blanket Street Ghost corner 28 including triangle Blind spots at WW Damage to edge of road Speeding, Large lorries using Blanket Street every day damaging the edge of the road as they pull in to pass other vehicles, sometimes leaving a gully of up to 20/30cm deep, Overtaking, Narrow single lane with blind corners Speed of traffic using lanes as cut throughs

B3004 Overtaking vehicles 25 Speeding Junction of Rookery Barn Lane and B3004 Crossing road from Tylings to footpath towards Binswood extremely dangerous for pedestrians Lack of cycle track and footpath on B3004 to Alton Road not wide enough for HGVs No consideration for pedestrians that have no choice but to use the road Traffic accelerating into the 60mph zone making it extremely dangerous when turning out Most of the traffic entering EW from Alton is not keeping to the speed limit Danger when pulling out of adjacent lanes

Worldham Hill Danger to driveway access 22 Danger to pedestrians when walking down Worldham Hill Link from footpath to pavement on hill, Lack of continuous pavement requiring resident at lower end to cross the road twice and to do so without adequate sight of the road Further down the hill no access to footpath whatsoever Overtaking on double white lines, Areas too narrow for large lorries and festival traffic

Round House Some people avoid the crossroads and use the exit nearer to Selborne 17 and Littlewood to come from Farringdon Lane Unsuitable for HGVs Two blind corners, Regular accidents as people drive too fast especially dangerous in freezing conditions

Hartley Lane Blind spots 14 Damage to edge of road by HGV vehicles Speed of traffic Overall AllBeing areas used without as cut pavement through DangerBlind bend to walkers entrance and to cyclistsfarm entrance – especially B3004 between Alton and EWIncreasing volume of traffic FeelsDangerous safer bendsto drive, I feel that I become part of the problem by avoiding walking and cycling, most parts of Worldham parish are Church Lane dangerousTop of Worldham purely dueHill tryingto the to high exit volume Church ofLane traffic difficult and speedto see oftraffic traffic 12 withinapproaching the parish quickly over top of hill from left and traffic coming around Speedbend quickly of traffic from through right WW is a concern T Junction with industrial site at Shelley’s Lane Wyck Lane AllEntering roads withinWindmill the Fields parish via village from Wyck 10 Overall AllWhenHangers areas roads without Way straighten crossing pavement notout signposted after bends traffic speeds up to what I DangerconsiderDifficult to junctiondangerouswalkers withand speeds B3004cyclists – especially B3004 between Alton and EWMost parts dangerous due to speed and volume FeelsThe wholesafer Parishto drive, I feel that I become part of the problem by Overall All areas without pavement avoiding walking and cycling, most26 parts of Worldham parish are dangerousDanger to purely walkers due and to thecyclists high –volume especially of traffic B3004 and between speed ofAlton traffic and withinEW the parish Feels safer to drive, I feel that I become part of the problem by Question 5 No additionalSpeed of traffic data through WW is a concern T avoidingJunction withwalking industrial and sitecycling, at Shelley’s most parts Lane of Worldham parish are Alldangerous roads within purely the parishdue to the high volume of traffic and speed of traffic Whenwithin roads the parish straighten out after bends traffic speeds up to what I considerSpeed ofdangerous traffic through speeds WW is a concern MostT Junction parts dangerous with industrial due tosite speed at Shelley’s and volume Lane TheAll whole roads Parishwithin the parish When roads straighten out after bends traffic speeds up to what I consider dangerous speeds Most parts dangerous due to speed and volume The whole Parish Question 5 No additional data Question 5 No additional data

QuestionQuestionQuestion 65 Residents NoResidents additional were were data asked asked to tocomment comment on speedon speed control control measures measures

No of responses Very Not from a important Important Important possible Speed Control Measures % % % 116

QuestionIntroduction 6 of Residents a speed limit were of 30 askedmph in to comment on speed72 control measures23 West Worldham and Hartley Mauditt 68 % 22 % 5 5% 95

Introduction of a 40 mph buffer zone on the 66 18 16 80 B3004Question 6 Residents were asked to comment53 on% speed 14control measures% 13 % No of Introduction of a 50 mph speed limit on the 51 29 20 responses remainder of the B3004 Very46 % 26 % Not18 % from90 a important Important Important possible Speed Control Measures % % % 116No of Introduction of a 50 mph speed limit on the 50 28 22 42 23 18 response83 s B3006 (Alton to Selborne Road) Very % % Not % from a Introduction of a speed limit of 30 mph in important 72 Important 23 Important possible WestRetention Worldham Speedof the and double Control Hartley white Measures Mauditt ‘no overtaking’ 68 %84 % 22 %12 % 5 5%% 95116 76 11 4 4% 91 lines % % Introduction of a 40 mph buffer zone on the 66 18 16 80 44 42 14 B3004GreaterIntroduction use ofof Speeda speed W limitatch of 30 mph in 5334 %72 1432 %23 1311 % 77 West Worldham and Hartley Mauditt 68 %% 22 %% 5 %5% 95 Introduction of a 50 mph speed limit on the 51 29 20 46 26 18 90 remainderSpeedIntroduction circles of the of on B3004a road40 mph where buffer speed zone on the %5566 %2718 %1816 80 restrictionsB3004 apply 4753 %% 2314 %% 1513 %% 85 Introduction of a 50 mph speed limit on the 5066 2821 2213 IlluminatedIntroduction speed of a 50 reminders mph speed within limit EW on the 4261 51 2320 29 1812 20 8393 B3006remainder (Alton of to the Selbo B3004rne Road) 46 %% % 26 %% % 18 %% % 90 Retention of the double white ‘no overtaking’ 8450 1228 22 IntroductionIntroduction of of speed a 50 mph cameras speed limit on the 7644 50 1124 28 419 4%22 9187 lines 42 %% 23 %% 18 % 83 B3006 (Alton to Selborne Road) % % % 44 42 14 Greater use of Speed Watch 34 31 32 11 77 Retention of the double white ‘no overtaking’ %84 %12 % 76 11 4 4% 91 linesBelow are additional comments provided to Question% 6 % Speed circles on road where speed 55 27 18 restrictions apply 47 %44 23 %42 15 %14 85 Greater• use30 mphof Speed sign W onatch B3004 near pub should34 be repositioned% 32 100% metres 11 nearer to% Alton 77 66 21 13 Illuminated• Average speed reminders speed within cameras EW for East 61Worldham village20 12 93 Speed circles on road where speed %55 %27 %18 restrictions• 40 applymph buffer zone – does this mean47 maintaining% green23 space% 15 % 85 50 28 22 Introduction of speed cameras 44 24 19 87 %66 %21 %13 Illuminated speed reminders within EW 61 27 % 20 % 12 % 93

50 28 22 BelowIntroduction are additional of speed cameras comments provided to44 Question 6 24 19 87 % % % • 30 mph sign on B3004 near pub should be repositioned 100 metres nearer to Alton Below• Average are additional speed camerascomments for provided East Worldham to Question village 6 • 40 mph buffer zone – does this mean maintaining green space • 30 mph sign on B3004 near pub should be repositioned 100 metres nearer to Alton • Average speed cameras for East Worldham27 village • 40 mph buffer zone – does this mean maintaining green space 27 Below are additional comments provided to Question 6

• 30 mph sign on B3004 near pub should be repositioned 100 metres nearer to Alton • Average speed cameras for East Worldham village • 40 mph buffer zone – does this mean maintaining green space? • Speed humps on Wyck Lane to contain speed of traffic from Wyck • Physical speed reducing intervention • Cut back hedges and trees so that traffic signs can be seen • Penalties for speeding to include short term driving bans of 2-28 days • Speed traps are the only way of reducing speeding • Carefully designed low rise speed humps/bumps • More signage increases road clutter • Speed humps (or leave the holes in the road - that’ll slow people down) • Traffic signs generally are an eyesore and represent the urbanisation of the village

32 Action Plan

Worldham Parish Plan 2010

Agencies involved Parish Council EHDC SDNPA Agencies involved Parish Council SDNPA and local representative s of the Park Authority Local organisations

Priority Ongoing Priority Ongong

etween the orldham

on planning.

P arish and Alton. rldham Parish Council) orldham Actions Parish Council to draw the attention of p lanners conservation of the rural character Parish and the need to protect open countryside b settlements within Worldham Parish and between W Wo Actions C larify the SDNPA’s policy P ublicise the work of SDNPA through talks, presentations and workshops to organised groups. Organisations to t ake advantage of any grants or assistance offered by SDNPA to further work in the parish . Parish Council to promote the use of Village Design Sta tement (adopted by EHDC and SDNPA) when considering planning issues relating to W P arish . Parish Council to promote SDNPA’s ‘dark skies’ policy. (The Village Design Statement may be viewed online or a hard copy is obtainable from the Clerk to WORLDHAM PARISH PLAN – ACTION PLAN

and

orldham P arish P arish and

. orldham E nsure that the Village Design Statement is considered when dealing with planning issues in Parishioners to be better informed about th e SDNP, its aims objectives, particularly its planning policy. Parishioners to be aware of the benefits being in a National Park. Objectives E nsure that planning policy acknowledges the rural character of the Parish. P rotect the open countryside between the settlements within W between W and Alton W orldham P arish . Objectives

character of Landscape and the Environment Issue the Maintaining rural South Downs National Park Issue The effects of the SDNP on a parish that is partly in the park and partly outside the Parish

Parish Council PC using King’s Agencies involved Parish Council SDNPA World, Worldham website and closed Facebook page

Priority High Ongoing

SDNP .

are within the e proposed removal of the SPB. o request signs indicating those parts of Parish Council to p ublicise the SDNP A in Welcome Pack to new parishioners. Parish Council t Worldham Parish that Actions Parish Council to make further representations SDNPA regarding th Parish Council to make clear parishioners what the impact of retenti on/ removal the SPB would be a nd t o publish the arguments for and against having a SPB. . (based on

orldham Parishioners to be aware the pressures on of areas immediately outside the park. Objectives M aintain the settlement policy boundary for E ast W questionnaire results) licy Boundary

Settlement Po Issue Settlement policy boundary

Local Parish Council Agencies involved EHDC SDNPA landowners National government Parishioners King’s World Closed Facebook

Priority High and ongoing High Ongoing Ongoing Ongoing

e awareness

ges in

, as they affect likely chan

Worldham Parish as an advisory Actions SDNPA and the national policies for Parish Council to inform itself of the current policies put forward by EHDC and document adopted by the local planning authorities to use as supplementary guidance. Parish Council should use and refer to the Village Design Statement when responding to planning applications. Parish Council should promot and understanding of the Village Design Statement to parishioners. Worldham Parish. Parish Council should continue to support the retention of settlement policy boundary for East Worldham. Parish Council should continue to promote and support the Village Design Statement

opment in Worldham Parish. Maintain the rural environment of Worldham Parish. As a general principle, restrict any new housing development to existing developed areas in Worldham Parish Promote awareness and understanding of the Village Design Statement in relation to future housing development. Protect the open countryside between settlements of Worldham Parish and East Objectives devel Worldham and Alton. Influence the extent of any housing

Housing Issue Housing development (if permitted) in relation to EHDC and SDNPA Local Pl ans 36

Local Parish Council EHDC SDNPA landowners National government Developers

Ongoing Ongoing Ongoing Ongoing

–

when formulating and updating – h Council to promote a mix of houses elopment is carried out in a controlled es of housing within Worldham Parish small family homes, low - cost starter homes to own, properties suitable for downsizing and Housing Association to maintain the existing diversity of population in Worldham Parish and enable people, if they wish, to remain in Worldham Parish. Parish Council to encourage the planners to acknowledge the demand for certain Parish Council to have up - date information about the housing needs for Worldham Parish. Paris typ homes their Local Plans. . Parish Council to urge planners that any dev Appendix 1 gives further Planning Guidelines for Wor ldham Parish.

and sustainable way with emphasis on preserving natural resources. Any future development should not put undue strain on existing facilities and infrastructure, To influence the kinds of housing development that might take place, taking into account the current housing needs of the parish.

Pr ovision of required housing 37

Agencies involved Parish Council Technical/adv isory/ commercial bodies Energy providers Parishioners Agencies involved Parish Council EHDC Canadian Solar Parishioners Parish Council Local landowners

Priority Medium Priority High Ongoing Completed

. und.

grant for purchase of

parishioners to research suitable renewable Parish Council to obtain a Actions Parish Council to hold an open meeting discuss ways forward. Encourage options and to share the information. Actions Parish Council to raise the issue w ith site owners, EHDC and owners of the neighbouring land increase the planting of native hedging and trees. Parish Counci l to consider responses from the questionnaire when determining priorities for grant s from the Worldham Com munity Benefit F defibrillator . Parish Council to encourage the site owners . the wishes of Objectives A gree a parish response to renewable energy production. Objectives S eek improvements to the entrance to the solar farm . U se the money in way s that reflect parishioners

Parish

orldham Energy Issue Future renewable energy developments in W Solar Farm Issue Appearance of the entrance to the solar farm Use of the money from the solar farm

C Parish Council Hampshire Highways Parish Council Hampshire Highways Agencies involved Parish Council Hampshire County Council Stagecoach Parish Council EHDC Parishioners Kings ley Centre Group Traffic Management Group Police Traffic Management Group EHD SDNPA King’s World Care

Priority High Medium Ongoing Ongoing High Ongoing High and ongoing High and ongoing

Actions Parish Council to be urged make representations Stagecoach and HCC about the possible reduction in the public bus service through East Worldham Request Parish Council to urge EHDC refrain from further increasing parking charges Parishioners to be aware of and support those with transport difficulties. Parishioners to be encouraged volunteer drive for the King’s World Care Group See issues relating to safety and speed below. More data to be collected by Traffic Management Group on places perceived to be dangerous Parish Council to make Hampshire Highways aware of residents’ con cerns about perceived danger spots Parish Council to consult with parishioners on proposed Traffic Mitigation scheme Parish Council to pursue changes proposals for Traffic Mitigation scheme with Hampshire Highways

ishioners and

Objectives Maintain public bus service through East Worldham for the benefit of par visitors EHDC to maintain parking charges at a reasonable level. This impacts particularly on those in surrounding villages. Make sure that parishioners have a means of transport when needed Make Worldham Parish safer for motorists, cyclists, pedestrians and horse - riders Make Worldham Parish safer for motorists, cyclists, pedestrians and horse - riders Make Worldham Parish safer for motorists, cyclists, pedestrians and horse - riders

Transport and Traffic Issue Reduction in public bus service Parking charges in Alton Access to private transp ort Traffic issues in Worldham Parish Places perceived to be dangerous by residents of Worldham Parish Safety measures needed in Worldham Parish

Speedwatch Parish Council Hampshire Highways Police Parish Council Hampshire Highways County Councillor Police

Parishioners Traffic Management Group SDNPA volunteers Traff ic Management Group EHDC

High and ongoing High and ongoing High and ongoing Ongoing

vices

ed by parishioners

Parish Council to review the vehicle and weight restriction signs on the lanes of Worldham Parish Parish Council to put forward Hampshire Highways additional safety measures request Parish Council to consult with parishioners on proposed Traffic Mitigation scheme Parish Council to liaise with Hampshire Highways over proposed Traffic Mitigation proposals Parish Council to lobby Hampshire Highways about changes to speed limits for the roads in Worldham Parish District councillors to lobby HCC about changes speed limits for the roads in Worldham Parish Parish Council to request further traffic speed control measures eg speed cameras Parish Council to explore ways of funding speed control measures eg Speed Indicator De Parish Council to check that all speed limit signs are visible to motorists and report any deficiencies Hampshire Highways Parish Council to en courage the greater use of Speed W atch Parish Council to encourage greater police presence (speed enforcement cameras)

Motorists to keep within speed limits Install appropriate speed control measures to help enforce existing speed limits Make Worldham Parish safer for motorists, cyclists, pedestrians and horse - riders

Enforcement of existing speed limits Inappropriate legal speed limits for the roads in Worldham Parish 40

County Access Team Woodland Trust Agencies involved Parish Footpath Representative County Access Team at HCC (Central East District) Parishioners Landowners AMA Parish Council Parishioners Footpath Representative Parish Council EHDC SDNPA Dog walkers Parish Council Footpath Representative Farmers

Low Priority Medium/ Ongoing Ongoing Medium Medium Ongoing

Parish Council to keep in touch with Hampshire Highways and HCC about any fu ture proposals for road improvements at Caker Bridge Parish Council to consult with parishioners Actions Repair or replace damag ed signs Parish Council to establish the responsibilities of landowners and County Council for the upkeep of footpaths Encourage landowners to take responsibility for the condition of footpaths crossing their land Display notices to encourage responsible dog walkers Investigate the possibility of more pooh/litter bins in parish at strategic places Parish Council to find out who empties pooh bins. Lobby farmers to clear footpaths across fields by mechanical rather than chemical means

Maintain awareness in the parish of the proposal Objectives Ensure that all footpaths are signposted clearly Ensure footpat hs are well maintained Reduce dog fouling on footpaths Stop the clearing of footpaths across fields using chemical spraying

Link between B3004 and A31 at Caker Bridge Footpaths Issue Signposting Footpath maintenance Dog fouling Crop spraying

ices of

Walkers Footpath Representative Parish Council Walkers Parish Council Landowners Landowners Parish Council Footpath Representative Lengthsman County Access Team Environment Agency Hampshire Highways Local MP Agencies involved Parishioners Parish Council Countryside Serv HCC SDNPA EHDC Natural England DEFRA Ramblers’ Association Walkers’ Groups

Medium Ongoing Medium Medium Medium Priority High and ongoing High and ongoing

Display clear notices to prohibit footpath use by horse riders. Walkers to report instances of horse riding Encourage landowners to put suitable barriers between livestock and footpaths crossing their land L andowners to report damaged or difficult stiles/or replace with kissing gates Create dog ‘bypasses’ for stiles Actions All users to report damage swiftly and repeatedly Parish Council Parish Council to lobby the relevant agencies carry out their statutory dies of maintenance and repair to introduce regulations minimise damage byways Parish Council to lobby HCC Countryside Services for the redesignation of BOATS to bridleways or restricted

Stop horse riders using footpaths Separate horses and cattle from footpaths Condition of stiles Dog friendly stiles O bjectives Ensure that these tracks are suitable for most users Stop the use of BOATS by motorise d vehicles Re - designate the classification of BOATS to bridleways or restricted byways

ds crossed by Horse riding on footpaths Potential danger from animals in fiel footpaths Stiles Byways open to all traffic (BOATS) Issue Damage to the surface of BOATS making them impassable to most users Pedestrians forced off tracks by motorised vehicles

A m ittee

Local organisations Organisers of events Parish Council Agencies involved Parishioners Village Hall Committee EHDC SDNP Parishioners Village Hall Com EHDC Parishioners Local volunteers WI Parish Council Churches in the parish including their Parochial Church Councils Worldham Community Group Village agent

Priority Ongoing Ongoing Ongoing Completed Ongoing Ongoing Completed Ongoing

from the

of activities gained inform the Parish Council

o continue to investigate possibilities parking when the hall is most likely to be used. . Actions Parish Council to seek grants fund further improvements to the hall Parish Council t for additional Village Hall Committee to u ndertake more publicity for the hall including how to book and amenities it offers . Vill age Hall Committee to Encourage individuals and organisations to organise and hold community events. Worldham Community Group to coordinate dates of community even ts. Organisers to p ublicise community events widely. E ncourage parishioners to participate in organised events. P ass the list of suggestions questionnaire to interested parties. E ncourage volunteering.

in Worldham Parish

E ncourage organisations and other interested parties to organise and hold community events. Objectives C ontinue improvements to the hall (including disabled access) . C ontinue to seek improved parking for the hall . W iden the usage of hall. E ncourage community spirit Community Activities

Village Hall and Issue the Maintaining hall village Increased usage of the hall Promoting community activities

es involved

Parishioners Worldham Community Group Agencies involved Parishioners Parish Council Local organisations Bodies with grants available EHDC SDNPA Agenci Parish Council Hampshire Superfast

Ongoing Completed Ongoing Ongoing Priority High Mediium Priority High

Worldham Community

recreational area. publicity of the , xplore funding opportunities Keep a central d iary of events to avoid duplication Worldham Community Group to hold public meetings at E nco urage W elcome new reside nts in the community. R e port results from the questionnaire to Worldham Community Group. Group half - yearly intervals. Actions Parish Council to poll parishioners on possible usage of an open space/ E stablish a sub - committee to develop the project Actions Parish Council to keep in touch with Open Reach and the Manager of Hampshire Superfast Broadband D ecide the main uses for such a site E O btain a suitable site

P arish the potential orldham upport the Worldham A ssess possible locations S M ake more parishioners aware of the Worldham Community Group Objectives E valuate uses for an open space/recreational area in W Objectives Obtain superfast broadband for Worldham Community Group

ommunity Group Worldham C Open Space Issue Open spa ce Communication Issue Better broadband coverage of

Parishioners Broadband Programme Par ish Council Of Com phone Mobile providers Individual mobile phone companies King’s World editorial team Parish Council Webmaster Parishioners Closed Facebook organisers Parish Council Parishioners Worldham Community Group Parishioners Open Reach Parishioners

High and ongoing Ongoing Ongoing Ongoing Medium

ther the setting up of a

sh Council to encourage parishioners and others provide information and advertisements for the website Parish Council to ensure that no household has been excluded from the opportunity to participate in Programme about the timetable for installation Superfast Broadband in Worldham Parish programme Parish Council to contact Of Com about the problems of mobile phone coverage across Worldham Parish Parishioners to contact their individual mobile phone providers Parishioners to continue contribute items of local interest and submit information about local events to the Editorial Team Parish Council to publicise the website and what it can offer to parishioners Pari Parish Council to support the importance of website Users of closed Facebook to encourage others join and to participate Parish Council to investigate fur Parish Directory and the implications of holding such a directory

Parish Better mobile phone coverage in all areas of Worldham Parish Maintain the popularity of King’s World as an effective means of communication Increase the use of parish website by parishioners Increase the popularity of closed Facebook Set up a Parish Directory to assist with better communication within Worldham Parish Worldham Parish phone Mobile coverage King’s World Parish website Closed Facebook Parish Directory

Police Agencies involved Parishioners Local organisations such as WI Organisers of events Parish Council EHDC Neighbourhood Watch Coordinator Editorial group of King’s World Worldham website Worldham Facebook

Priority Ongoing

continue to make

dog fouling n and literature about security atch Coordinator to er pickers

P arish

- social behaviour eg fly tipping orldham Parish Council to explore the possibility of putting up signs near public footpaths about Parish Council to report instances o f fly tipping to District Council so that it can be cleared up as soon possible E ncourage parishioners to be responsible for the areas around their properties eg removing litter Parish Council to continue support the work done by M ake people aware quickly about problems by means of Neighbourhood Watch, Worldham Facebook, word Actions E ncourage parishioners to be vigilant and report acts of anti the volunteer litt of mouth Neighbourhood W available informatio . policing issues through various means of communication Parish Council to lobby for a greater police presence in W E ncourage parishioners to join the Neighbourhood Watch scheme P arish P arish

orldham F oster the community spirit and good neighbourliness that exists Objectives M a ke people feel safer in W in W orldham

Social and other issues Issue Social well - being

46 • Speed traps are the only way of reducing speeding • Carefully designed low rise speed humps/bumps • More signage increases road clutter • Speed humps (or leave the holes in the road - that’ll slow people down) • Traffic signs generally are an eyesore and represent the urbanisation of the village

STATISTICS AND DEMOGRAPHIC INFORMATION WORLDHAM

PARISH PROFILE AS AT AUGUST 2018 Population as at

August 2018 = 353 approx

Age Bands of Worldham Parish Residents

Under 18 18 - 21 22 - 41 42 - 65 66 - 75 76 + Total 58 15 44 128 85 23 353

Number of Households in Worldham Parish

Total number of households is 156. (There are 5 unoccupied houses)

East Worldham West Worldham Hartley Mauditt inc Total B3006 area 113 19 24 156

Types of Dwelling in Worldham Parish

Detached Semi- Terraced Bungalow Flat Total detached East 50 30 23 9 2 114 Worldham West 12 4 4 - - 20 Worldham Hartley Mauditt inc 13 12 - 2 - 27 B3006 area

Total 75 46 27 11 2 161

Tenure of Dwellings in Worldham Parish

Housing Provided Owner- Privately Association/ with Other Unoccupied occupied rented Local employment Authority

110 27 9 9 1 5

Age of Dwellings in Worldham Parish 28

East Worldham West Worldham Hartley Mauditt Total incl B3006 area

Pre 1900 52 16 10 78 1901-1950 16 - 3 19 1951-2000 25 2 10 37 Post 2000 21 2 4 27

29 48