350 homes planned

to be built on this field

Stop Mortimer Village becoming Mortimer town

Basingstoke and Dean Borough Council are proposing to build 350 houses on green land on the border of Mortimer Village, effectively increasing Mortimer by 25%, but without supporting services.

Together, we can protect Mortimer Village’s future. Let’s make sure this development is stopped before it starts.

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A sepia-toned vintage photograph of Mortimer Street demonstrating the rural village heritage that we wish to protect

Why We Must Oppose This Development

1. It Overwhelms Our Rural Identity

  • Mortimer West End is a quiet hamlet. 350 homes would transform it beyond recognition.

  • The development would impose urban housing types and densities that clash with Mortimer’s village character and Neighbourhood Plan.

2. It Ignores Mortimer’s Neighbourhood Plans

  • Mortimer has a legally adopted Neighbourhood Development Plan (NDP) and an emerging Neighbourhood Plan (NP).

  • These plans prioritise village-centred growth, rural character, and sustainable development.

  • Basingstoke & Deane’s proposal disregards these community-led policies.

3. Infrastructure Cannot Cope

  • Mortimer’s GP services, schools, parking, and transport links are already stretched.

  • No funding (CIL or S106) would flow to West Berkshire to support these services.

  • This is poor strategic planning and unfair to our residents.

4. No Safe Travel Links

  • There’s no safe walking or cycling route between Mortimer West End and Mortimer.

  • The proposed footpaths are disconnected and ineffective.

  • Car dependency will increase, worsening congestion and safety risks.

5. Environmental and Heritage Damage

  • The site borders ancient woodland and heritage assets like Calleva Atrebatum (Silchester).

  • It threatens irreplaceable habitats and farmland we need for national food security.

  • Mortimer’s “dark village” policy and flood mitigation standards would be ignored.

6. Lack of Cooperation and Transparency

  • West Berkshire Council, Stratfield Mortimer Parish Council, and local councillors were not properly consulted.

  • This violates the Duty to Cooperate and undermines cross-boundary planning.

Save Mortimer Village

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Stop Mortimer Town

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Save Mortimer Village • Stop Mortimer Town •

Wild flowers at West End Farm, part of the beautiful nature that needs your protection

What You Can Do

Step 1: Make Your Voice Heard

  • Sign our petition to Basingstoke and Deane Borough Council to reconsider the proposed development.

  • Submit your objection during the Regulation 18 consultation period.

  • Use our Objection Toolkit (coming soon) to help you write a strong, personalised response.

Step 2: Stay Informed

  • Read the full objections from Cllr Nick Carter and Stratfield Mortimer Parish Council.

  • Understand how this development affects you, your family, and your community.

Step 3: Spread the Word

  • Share this website with neighbours, friends, and local groups.

  • Encourage others to submit objections and attend public meetings.

Step 4: Join the Campaign

  • Volunteer your time or skills.

  • Help us leaflet, organize events, and build awareness.

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“The future of the natural world, on which we all depend, is in our hands”

— Sir David Attenborough

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