A protected green at the heart of the village
The village green itself is a registered green that escaped enclosure under an Act of Parliament in the 1840s, and the conservation area around it, designated by Fareham Borough Council in 1994, covers a mix of older buildings facing onto that open space. St Paul's Church, built in 1836, stands nearby and is one of the older landmarks in the immediate area.
What a conservation area means for roof work
Being inside a conservation area doesn't generally stop a routine roof clean from going ahead, but it can affect what's allowed if you're planning to replace materials or alter the roofline. GOV.UK's general guidance on planning permission is a useful starting point, alongside checking directly with the council for anything beyond a straightforward clean.
Once a strawberry-growing area
Before it was built up, this part of the Hamble Valley was known for fruit growing, strawberries especially, along with apple orchards lining the main road, a history shared with several villages further along the valley toward Swanwick and Burridge.
Frequently asked questions
Does being in a conservation area affect a straightforward roof clean?+
Not usually — a clean itself doesn't typically need permission, but it's worth checking with Fareham Borough Council before anything more involved, such as replacing tiles.
Do you cover properties right on the green?+
Yes — let us know your exact location and we'll pass your enquiry to a local installer covering Sarisbury Green.
Nearby areas
Services
Useful local links
- Southampton City Council – Planning & Building Control — Local planning authority for properties within Southampton itself.
- Fareham Borough Council – Planning Services — Local planning authority covering Stubbington, Sarisbury Green, Swanwick, Sarisbury, Burridge, Park Gate and Lower Swanwick.
- Winchester City Council – Planning — Local planning authority covering Bishop's Waltham.
- GOV.UK – Planning Permission: When You Need It — Government guidance on when planning permission is required for building work in England and Wales.
- Health and Safety Executive – Working at Height — Official guidance on working safely at height, relevant to any roof access.