How long do planning decisions take near Bourton?

The average planning decision time near Bourton is 55 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 Bourton?

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

What types of planning applications are most common near Bourton?

The most common type of planning application near Bourton is tree works applications, with 4 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Bourton?

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Bourton, Wiltshire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Bourton, Wiltshire.

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

About Bourton

Bishops Cannings is a village and civil parish located in the Vale of Pewsey, Wiltshire, just 3 miles northeast of Devizes. The parish encompasses the village of Coate as well as the hamlets of Bourton, Horton, and Little Horton, making it an area of interest for those researching planning applications and developments in the region.

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £355,080 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: Wiltshire
Parliamentary constituency: Melksham and Devizes
LSOA: Wiltshire 034C

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-05.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Bourton.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Bourton based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

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A brief summary of Bourton in Wiltshire

Property prices in Bourton show an average sale price of £355,080, 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 Bourton a particularly low-crime area.

Bourton has one conservation area within its boundaries: Bishops Cannings. Planning applications within or near this conservation area 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 Bourton 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 Bourton

In the last 24 months, 7 planning applications were submitted near Bourton. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 55 days.

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

The average decision time of 55 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Bourton were tree works (4), full planning applications (1), listed building and heritage (1). The significant number of tree-related applications is typical for areas with mature tree cover or active tree preservation orders.

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

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