How long do planning decisions take near Bishopdown?

The average planning decision time near Bishopdown is 65 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 Bishopdown?

The planning approval rate near Bishopdown is 40%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Bishopdown?

The most common type of planning application near Bishopdown is full planning applications, with 21 submissions in the last 24 months.

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Bishopdown, Wiltshire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Bishopdown, Wiltshire.

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About Bishopdown

Bishopdown is a civil parish within the cathedral city of Salisbury, Wiltshire, home to a population of 41,820. Situated at the confluence of the rivers Avon, Nadder, and Bourne, it is conveniently located about 20 miles from Southampton and 30 miles from Bath, making it an appealing area for planning and development opportunities.

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £368,019 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: Wiltshire
Parliamentary constituency: Salisbury
LSOA: Wiltshire 051C

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Bishopdown.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Bishopdown based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

8 planning applications found near Bishopdown.

- 40 Bishopdown Road, Salisbury, SP1 3DS
Rear extension to ground floor & partial rear extension to first floor
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Wiltshire | Date: 2026-05-06
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- 14 Bishopdown Road, Salisbury, SP1 3DP
Erection of brick summerhouse to rear of dwellinghouse.
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Wiltshire | Date: 2026-04-09
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- 31 Lovett Green, Salisbury, SP1 3HZ
Rear extension
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Wiltshire | Date: 2026-03-31
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- 13 Anderson Road, Salisbury, SP1 3DX
Single Storey rear extension to replace existing conservatory, and extension of existing rear dormer by 1m
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Wiltshire | Date: 2026-03-30
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- 19 Anderson Road, Salisbury, SP1 3DX
Two storey and single storey rear extensions and associated works.
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Wiltshire | Date: 2026-03-11
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- Springfield, 25-27 Bishopdown Road, Salisbury, SP1 3DS
Retrospective Change of use from C3(b) to Sui Generis, Existing garage to be made into a self sufficient apartment, with own kitchenette / living space, bedroom and bathroom Existing Property of 6 bed
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Wiltshire | Date: 2025-09-05
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- 91 Bingham Road, Salisbury, Wilts, SP1 3EB
Proposed installation of air source heat pump
Status: Rejected | Type: Full | Council: Wiltshire | Date: 2025-02-03
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- 5 Lovett Green, Salisbury, SP1 3HZ
Proposed conservatory to rear of property.
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Wiltshire | Date: 2024-10-02
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A brief summary of Bishopdown in Wiltshire

Property prices in Bishopdown show an average sale price of £368,019, 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 Bishopdown a particularly low-crime area.

Bishopdown has 2 conservation areas within its boundaries: Old Sarum Airfield, Salisbury. 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 Bishopdown includes 2 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Cockey Down 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.

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Planning Activity in Bishopdown

In the last 24 months, 32 planning applications were submitted near Bishopdown. Of these, 40% were approved, with an average decision time of 65 days.

This is below the national average of approximately 87%, which may reflect stricter local policies, sensitivity of the area, or higher levels of speculative applications. Pre-application advice is particularly worthwhile near Bishopdown.

At 65 days on average, decisions near Bishopdown slightly exceed the 8-week statutory target for minor applications, though this is common across many councils.

The most common application types near Bishopdown were full planning applications (21), outline applications (4), tree works (4). Full planning applications account for 66% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

In terms of development scale, 5 medium-scale applications, 27 smaller schemes were submitted.

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