How long do planning decisions take near Broomfield?

The average planning decision time near Broomfield is 41 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 Broomfield?

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

What types of planning applications are most common near Broomfield?

The most common type of planning application near Broomfield is full planning applications, with 2 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Broomfield?

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Broomfield, Wiltshire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Broomfield, Wiltshire.

Wiltshire · England · settlement

Planning applications in Broomfield are administered by Swindon Borough Council. View the full Swindon Borough Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.

About Broomfield

Broomfield is a small hamlet located in Wiltshire, England, within the parish of Yatton Keynell. Situated approximately 4 miles northwest of Chippenham, it offers a tranquil rural setting that may be of interest for planning applications related to residential or agricultural development in the area.

District: Yatton Keynell

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £321,392 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: Wiltshire
Parliamentary constituency: Chippenham
LSOA: Wiltshire 010D

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-05.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Broomfield.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Broomfield based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

5 planning applications found near Broomfield.

- THE MANOR BARN, SEVINGTON, GRITTLETON, CHIPPENHAM, SN14 7LD
T1 - Malus is to be target reduced by up to 1.8 metres on lateral branches.
Status: Undecided | Type: Trees | Council: Wiltshire | Date: 2026-05-15
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- Rose Cottage, Sevington, Grittleton, Chippenham, SN14 7LD
Demolition of Part of Boundary Wall and Creation of New Vehicular Access
Status: Undecided | Type: Heritage | Council: Wiltshire | Date: 2026-04-13
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- Rose Cottage, Sevington, Grittleton, Chippenham, SN14 7LD
Demolition of Part of Boundary Wall and Creation of New Vehicular Access
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Wiltshire | Date: 2026-04-13
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- Sevington Lodge, Sevington, Grittleton, Chippenham, SN14 7LD
Construction of new garage
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Wiltshire | Date: 2026-03-23
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- Greenacre Farm Broomfield, Yatton Keynell, Chippenham, Wiltshire, SN14 7JY
Upgrade 5 spans of 11KV overhead lines to 3rd wire and upgrade the existing pole mounted transformer from 100kva to 200kva and adding a H pole.
Status: Permitted | Type: Other | Council: Wiltshire | Date: 2026-01-27
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A brief summary of Broomfield in Wiltshire

Property prices in Broomfield show an average sale price of £321,392, 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 Broomfield a particularly low-crime area.

Broomfield has 3 conservation areas within its boundaries: Leigh Delamere, Grittleton, Sevington. 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 Broomfield includes 1 Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB): Cotswolds. 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 Broomfield

In the last 24 months, 5 planning applications were submitted near Broomfield. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 41 days.

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

The average decision time of 41 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Broomfield were full planning applications (2), listed building and heritage (1), tree works (1). Full planning applications account for 40% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

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