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339 in the last 90 days101 in the last 3048 in the last 1487% approveddecisions typically take 52 days

Source: Swindon Borough Council planning register · updated daily

Showing 1 to 5 of 384 · received or decided in the last 90 days

72 Westlecot Road Old Town Swindon SN1 4HE
Erection of side and rear extensions to existing bungalow.
PendingReceived 23 Oct 2026S/HOU/26/1173
142 Kingshill Road Kingshill Swindon SN1 4LW
Certificate of Lawfulness (proposed) for the erection of single storey rear outbuilding.
PendingReceived 23 Oct 2026S/LDP/26/1309
9 Rawlings Close South Marston Swindon SN3 4XA
Erection of single-storey rear extension to existing double garage and replacement of two single garage doors with onewider garage door.
PendingReceived 23 Oct 2026S/HOU/26/1318
14 Ilett Crescent Tadpole Garden Village Swindon SN25 2WG
Works to Tree within TPO BOS 2008-01 T67.
PendingReceived 22 Oct 2026S/TPO/26/1296
The Calley Arms 2 Ham Road Wanborough Swindon SN4 0DF
Installation of illuminated and non-illuminated signage and redecoration of the exterior of the pub.
PendingReceived 21 Oct 2026S/LBC/26/1158

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Frequently asked questions

How many planning applications has Swindon Borough Council received?

Swindon Borough Council received 1,910 planning applications in the last 24 months. The approval rate is 87%.

How long does Swindon Borough Council take to decide applications?

Swindon Borough Council takes an average of 52 days to decide planning applications. The statutory target is 8 weeks (56 days) for householder and minor applications, and 13 weeks for major applications.

What is the planning approval rate for Swindon Borough Council?

Swindon Borough Council approves 87% of planning applications, against 87% nationally.

How do I object to a planning application in Swindon Borough Council?

Submit your representation to Swindon Borough Council during the public consultation period, typically 21 days from when the application was publicised. Planning Signal shows the consultation deadline for each application and links directly to the Swindon Borough Council planning portal.

Can I appeal a Swindon Borough Council planning decision?

Yes. If Swindon Borough Council refuses your application, you can appeal to the Planning Inspectorate. 364 appeals were lodged against Swindon Borough Council decisions in the last 24 months, with a 30% success rate.

Planning data sourced from Swindon Borough Council planning portal · Statistics based on the last 24 months

Planning Applications by Town in Swindon Borough Council

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About Swindon Borough Council Planning Authority

Track every planning application and planning permission decision in the Swindon Borough Council area. View live status, browse proposals by postcode, and get free email alerts for new developments. Updated daily from the council planning portal.

Swindon Borough Council serves as the local authority for the Borough of Swindon in Wiltshire, England. Established in 1974 as Thamesdown Borough Council, it transitioned to a unitary authority in 1997, taking on both district and county council responsibilities. This independence from Wiltshire Council makes Swindon Borough Council a key player in planning applications and local governance in the area. The council is currently led by Jim Robbins (Labour), who has held the position since 19 May 2023. Samantha Mowbray serves as Chief Executive since July 2023. The council comprises 57 councillors serving 4 years terms, with the most recent election held on 2 May 2024.

The council area encompasses 79 towns and villages, including Highworth, Royal Wootton Bassett and Swindon. Use the planning application search above to find proposals across these communities by postcode.

In the last 24 months, Swindon Borough Council received 1,910 planning applications. Of these, 87% were approved, with an average decision time of 52 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (550), discharge of conditions (180), outline applications (143). 40 large-scale developments were submitted during this period.

364 planning appeals were lodged against Swindon Borough Council decisions, of which 104 were allowed and 243 were dismissed (30% success rate).

Residents and developers can search all planning permission and permitted development applications for Swindon Borough Council above. To comment or object to a live application, visit the Swindon Borough Council planning portal directly. Planning Signal links to the original submission for every application listed.