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Planning in Bowden Hill

Approved
100%
20 of 20 decided
Decision time
about 7 weeks
on average

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

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About Bowden Hill

Bowden Hill is a quaint village situated in Wiltshire, England, within the Lacock parish, approximately 3.5 miles south of Chippenham and 1.5 miles east of Lacock. The village features around 50 homes, a local pub, and a small industrial estate, making it a focal point for potential planning applications in the area. It sits within the Lacock district.

There are currently no active flood warnings for the Bowden Hill 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 Bowden Hill a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Bowden Hill has 14 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Bowden Hill 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.

To comment on or object to a planning application near Bowden Hill, 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, 20 planning applications were submitted near Bowden Hill. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 52 days.

The most common types were tree works (15), full planning applications (4), listed building and heritage (1).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Bowden Hill?
In the last 24 months, 20 planning applications were submitted near Bowden Hill. The approval rate is 100%.
How long do planning decisions take near Bowden Hill?
The average planning decision time near Bowden Hill is 52 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 Bowden Hill?
The planning approval rate near Bowden Hill is 100%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Bowden Hill?
The most common type of planning application near Bowden Hill is tree works applications, with 15 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Bowden Hill?
You can search and track planning applications near Bowden Hill on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.