How long do planning decisions take near Alton?

The average planning decision time near Alton is 47 days. The statutory target is 8 weeks (56 days) for minor applications and 13 weeks for major applications.

What is the planning approval rate near Alton?

The planning approval rate near Alton is 100%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Alton?

The most common type of planning application near Alton is discharge of conditions, with 3 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Alton?

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Alton, Wiltshire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Alton, Wiltshire.

Wiltshire · England · settlement

Planning applications in Alton are administered by Wiltshire Council. View the full Wiltshire Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.

About Alton

Alton is a civil parish located in Wiltshire, England, encompassing the villages of Alton Barnes and Alton Priors, along with the hamlet of Honeystreet along the scenic Kennet and Avon Canal. Situated in the Vale of Pewsey, Alton is approximately 6 miles (10 km) east of Devizes, making it a notable area for potential planning applications and developments within a picturesque landscape.

Population: 263 (2021)

District: Wiltshire

Website: http://altonsandhoneystreet.org.uk/

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £511,700 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: Wiltshire
Parliamentary constituency: East Wiltshire
LSOA: Wiltshire 048I

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-04.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Alton.

Keyword Scorecard

Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Alton.

Ecology & Wildlife Constraints (keywords: bats, bat survey, bat roost, great crested newt, GCN...)
Trees & Landscape (keywords: tree preservation order, TPO, arboricultural, tree survey, root protection area...)
Flood & Drainage (keywords: flood zone 2, flood zone 3, flood risk assessment, FRA, surface water...)
Heritage & Conservation (keywords: listed building, grade II, grade II*, grade I, conservation area...)
Green Belt (keywords: green belt, inappropriate development, very special circumstances, openness)
Highways & Access (keywords: visibility splays, highway authority objection, access arrangement, parking provision, transport statement...)
Refusal & Risk Indicators (keywords: refusal, delegated refusal, appeal dismissed, overdevelopment, character and appearance...)
Planning Process & Appeals (keywords: appeal lodged, appeal allowed, appeal dismissed, public inquiry, inspector)

Planning Activity Summary

Approval rates, average decision times, and application type distribution for Alton based on the last 24 months of planning data.

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A brief summary of Alton in Wiltshire

Property prices in Alton show an average sale price of £511,700, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry.

There were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period. This makes Alton a particularly low-crime area.

Alton has 2 conservation areas within its boundaries: Figheldean and Ablington, Durrington. Planning applications within or near these conservation areas are subject to additional scrutiny to preserve the architectural and historic character of the area. Homeowners and developers should be aware that permitted development rights may be restricted.

Ecology & Nature Designations

The area around Alton includes 1 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): River Avon System SSSI; 1 Special Areas of Conservation (SAC): River Avon. These designations may affect planning decisions, as proposals near protected sites require environmental impact assessment and may face additional restrictions.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Alton planning applications can be searched by entering a local postcode above. Further local information can be found on the community website at http://altonsandhoneystreet.org.uk/. Results include full application details, decision status, and the ability to track applications over time and set planning alerts to help you monitor and review pending planning applications.

Planning Activity in Alton

In the last 24 months, 7 planning applications were submitted near Alton. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 47 days.

This is notably above the national average of approximately 87%, suggesting a relatively permissive planning environment. Applicants near Alton may find that well-prepared applications have a strong chance of success.

The average decision time of 47 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Alton were discharge of conditions (3), full planning applications (2), listed building and heritage (1).

In terms of development scale, 1 medium-scale application, 6 smaller schemes were submitted.

1 planning appeal was lodged, of which 0 were allowed and 1 was dismissed (0% success rate). This low success rate indicates that the council's refusal decisions are generally upheld by the Planning Inspectorate.

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