How long do planning decisions take near Burton (BA12)?

The average planning decision time near Burton (BA12) is 39 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 Burton (BA12)?

The planning approval rate near Burton (BA12) is 50%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Burton (BA12)?

The most common type of planning application near Burton (BA12) is full planning applications, with 4 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Burton (BA12)?

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Burton (BA12), Wiltshire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Burton (BA12), Wiltshire.

Wiltshire · England · settlement

Planning applications in Burton (BA12) are administered by Swindon Borough Council. View the full Swindon Borough Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.

District: Nettleton

Website: http://www.burtonwilts.org.uk/

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £340,284 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: Wiltshire
Parliamentary constituency: South West Wiltshire
LSOA: Wiltshire 047C

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-05.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Burton (BA12).

Keyword Scorecard

Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Burton (BA12).

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 Burton (BA12) based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

5 planning applications found near Burton (BA12).

- Wheelwrights Cottage, Burton, Mere, Warminster, BA12 6BR
Rear and side extensions to house, with internal alterations
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Wiltshire | Date: 2026-04-13
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- Land at Burton, Mere, Warminster, Wiltshire BA12 6BR
Convert barn to single dwelling and workshop.
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Wiltshire | Date: 2026-04-07
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- LAND AT BURTON, MERE, WARMINSTER, WILTSHIRE, BA12 6BR
Application for prior approval under Class Q of the GPDO 2015 (as amended), for change of use of agricultural building into 3 no. dwellinghouses (Class C3) with associated operational development.
Status: Conditions | Type: Outline | Council: Wiltshire | Date: 2025-11-28
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- Burton Grange Barn, Burton, Mere, Warminster, BA12 6BR
Removal of decayed floor timbers and replacement with damp-proof course and concrete slab to meet existing floor.
Status: Conditions | Type: Heritage | Council: Wiltshire | Date: 2025-02-07
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- Plots P and Q, The Old Nursery, Burton, Mere, Warminster, BA12 6FH
Temporary permission (3 years), for the use of land for the stationing of a mobile home for agricultural workers.
Status: Withdrawn | Type: Full | Council: Wiltshire | Date: 2023-02-22
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A brief summary of Burton (BA12) in Wiltshire

Burton (BA12) is a settlement located in Wiltshire, England. It sits within the Nettleton district.

Property prices in Burton (BA12) show an average sale price of £340,284, 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 Burton (BA12) a particularly low-crime area.

Burton (BA12) has one conservation area within its boundaries: Mere. 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 Burton (BA12) includes 1 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Whitesheet Hill SSSI; 2 Ancient Woodland sites; 1 Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB): Cranborne Chase & West Wiltshire Downs. These designations may affect planning decisions, as proposals near protected sites require environmental impact assessment and may face additional restrictions.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Burton (BA12) planning applications can be searched by entering a local postcode above. Further local information can be found on the community website at http://www.burtonwilts.org.uk/. 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.

Planning Activity in Burton (BA12)

In the last 24 months, 8 planning applications were submitted near Burton (BA12). Of these, 50% were approved, with an average decision time of 39 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 Burton (BA12).

The average decision time of 39 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Burton (BA12) were full planning applications (4), outline applications (2), listed building and heritage (1). Full planning applications account for 50% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

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