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Planning in Britford

Approved
100%
10 of 10 decided
Decision time
about 6 weeks
on average

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

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Around Britford

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About Britford

Britford is a picturesque village and civil parish located alongside the River Avon, approximately 1.5 miles southeast of Salisbury in Wiltshire, England. Easily accessible via the A338 Salisbury-Bournemouth road, Britford had a population of 592 according to the 2011 Census, making it a small yet vibrant community for potential planning applications and developments. The settlement has a population of approximately 410 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Wiltshire district.

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

The area around Britford has 5 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Britford 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.britfordparishcouncil.co.uk/.

To comment on or object to a planning application near Britford, 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, 11 planning applications were submitted near Britford. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 42 days.

The most common types were listed building and heritage (4), tree works (3), advertising consent (2).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Britford?
In the last 24 months, 11 planning applications were submitted near Britford. The approval rate is 100%.
How long do planning decisions take near Britford?
The average planning decision time near Britford is 42 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 Britford?
The planning approval rate near Britford is 100%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Britford?
The most common type of planning application near Britford is listed building consent applications, with 4 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Britford?
You can search and track planning applications near Britford on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.