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Planning in Cherhill

Approved
92%
12 of 12 decided
Decision time
about 9 weeks
on average

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

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Around Cherhill

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About Cherhill

Cherhill is a village and civil parish located in Wiltshire, England, approximately 2.5 miles east of Calne along the A4 road towards Marlborough. The parish encompasses the village of Yatesbury and several hamlets, including Blackland, Theobald's Green, Calstone Wellington, and Calstone, making it a diverse area for potential planning applications. The settlement has a population of approximately 706 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Wiltshire district.

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

The area around Cherhill has 4 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Cherhill 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.cherhill.org/.

To comment on or object to a planning application near Cherhill, 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, 15 planning applications were submitted near Cherhill. Of these, 92% were approved, with an average decision time of 63 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (6), tree works (3), outline applications (1).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Cherhill?
In the last 24 months, 15 planning applications were submitted near Cherhill. The approval rate is 92%.
How long do planning decisions take near Cherhill?
The average planning decision time near Cherhill is 63 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 Cherhill?
The planning approval rate near Cherhill is 92%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Cherhill?
The most common type of planning application near Cherhill is full planning applications, with 6 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Cherhill?
You can search and track planning applications near Cherhill on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.