How long do planning decisions take near Badbury?

The average planning decision time near Badbury is 44 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 Badbury?

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

What types of planning applications are most common near Badbury?

The most common type of planning application near Badbury is tree works applications, with 8 submissions in the last 24 months.

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Badbury, Wiltshire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Badbury, Wiltshire.

Wiltshire · England · settlement

Planning applications in Badbury are administered by Swindon Borough Council. View the full Swindon Borough Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.

About Badbury

Badbury is a quaint hamlet within the civil parish of Chiseldon in Wiltshire, situated about 3 kilometres south of Swindon and conveniently near the M4 motorway. Its location makes it a notable area for planning applications, particularly for developments that may benefit from easy access to major transport links.

District: Chiseldon

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Area Information

Admin district: Swindon
Parliamentary constituency: East Wiltshire
LSOA: Swindon 025F

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-05.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Badbury.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Badbury based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

9 planning applications found near Badbury.

S/LBC/26/0749 · Received: Fri 12 Jun 2026 · Validated: Fri 12 Jun 2026 - The Manor Badbury Lane Badbury Swindon SN4 0EU
Installation of PV cells array (5 rows of 6 panels) to existing barn slate roof.
Status: Undecided | Council: Swindon | Date: 2026-06-12
- The Manor Badbury Lane Badbury Swindon SN4 0EU
Installation of PV cells array (5 rows of 6 panels) to existing barn slate roof.
Status: Undecided | Type: Heritage | Council: Swindon | Date: 2026-06-12
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- Stocks Close Badbury Lane Badbury Swindon SN4 0EU
Removal of flat roof to existing detached garage and erection of a replacement pitched roof.
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Swindon | Date: 2026-06-04
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S/HOU/26/0712 · Received: Thu 04 Jun 2026 · Validated: Thu 04 Jun 2026 - Stocks Close Badbury Lane Badbury Swindon SN4 0EU
Removal of flat roof to existing detached garage and erection of a replacement pitched roof.
Status: Undecided | Council: Swindon | Date: 2026-06-04
S/TWC/26/0691 · Received: Fri 29 May 2026 · Validated: Fri 29 May 2026 - The Manor Badbury Lane Badbury Swindon SN4 0EU
Works to Trees within Conservation Area.
Status: Undecided | Council: Swindon | Date: 2026-05-29
- The Manor Badbury Lane Badbury Swindon SN4 0EU
Works to Trees within Conservation Area.
Status: Undecided | Type: Trees | Council: Swindon | Date: 2026-05-29
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- Chiseldon Cemetery Butts Road Chiseldon Swindon SN4 0NW
Works to Trees WIthin a Conservation area. T42 Whitebeam Tree Removal section fell dead Whitebeam tree to as close to ground level as possible. T39 Crown reduce Whitebeam tree by approximately 3m (30%
Status: Undecided | Type: Trees | Council: Swindon | Date: 2026-04-10
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- Laburnham Cottage 15 Badbury Lane Badbury Swindon SN4 0EU
Works to Tree within Conversation Area.
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Swindon | Date: 2026-01-23
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- The Ridge Marlborough Road Chiseldon Swindon SN4 0EP
Works to Tree under TPO under reference 2009-02.
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Swindon | Date: 2025-09-29
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A brief summary of Badbury in Wiltshire

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

Badbury has 3 conservation areas within its boundaries: Chiseldon, Liddington, Badbury. 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 Badbury includes 1 Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB): North Wessex Downs. These designations may affect planning decisions, as proposals near protected sites require environmental impact assessment and may face additional restrictions.

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Planning Activity in Badbury

In the last 24 months, 17 planning applications were submitted near Badbury. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 44 days.

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

The average decision time of 44 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Badbury were tree works (8), full planning applications (3), outline applications (1). The significant number of tree-related applications is typical for areas with mature tree cover or active tree preservation orders.

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