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Planning in Baydon

Approved
94%
17 of 18 decided
Decision time
about 18 weeks
on average

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Baydon in the last 24 months, from Wiltshire Council's planning register.

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Around Baydon

Postcode districts

SN8 456 applications in the last 12 monthsRG17 275 applications in the last 12 months

Applications in each district in the last 12 months.

Planning authority: Wiltshire Council

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About Baydon

Baydon is a quaint village and civil parish located in Wiltshire, England, approximately 10 miles south-east of Swindon. It sits along the county boundary with Berkshire, making it about 7 miles north-west of the market town of Hungerford in West Berkshire. This strategic location may impact planning applications in the area, particularly regarding cross-county considerations. The settlement has a population of approximately 655 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Wiltshire district.

There are currently no active flood warnings for the Baydon area, indicating a relatively low flood risk at present. This is a positive factor for both existing residents and those considering property purchases or new developments.

In terms of safety, there were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period (September 2026). This makes Baydon a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Baydon has 4 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Baydon planning applications can be searched by entering a local postcode above. 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. Further local information can be found on the community website at http://www.baydon.org.

To comment on or object to a planning application near Baydon, open it in the list above: each one links to the council's own page for it and shows any comment deadline.

In the last 24 months, 19 planning applications were submitted near Baydon. Of these, 94% were approved, with an average decision time of 124 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (8), tree works (4), discharge of conditions (3).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Baydon?
In the last 24 months, 19 planning applications were submitted near Baydon. The approval rate is 94%.
How long do planning decisions take near Baydon?
The average planning decision time near Baydon is 124 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 Baydon?
The planning approval rate near Baydon is 94%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Baydon?
The most common type of planning application near Baydon is full planning applications, with 8 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Baydon?
You can search and track planning applications near Baydon on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.