How long do planning decisions take near Chilton Foliat?

The average planning decision time near Chilton Foliat is 34 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 Chilton Foliat?

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

What types of planning applications are most common near Chilton Foliat?

The most common type of planning application near Chilton Foliat is full planning applications, with 3 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Chilton Foliat?

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Chilton Foliat, Wiltshire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Chilton Foliat, Wiltshire.

Wiltshire · England · settlement

Planning applications in Chilton Foliat are administered by Wiltshire Council. View the full Wiltshire Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.

About Chilton Foliat

Chilton Foliat is a picturesque village and civil parish located along the River Kennet in Wiltshire, England. Nestled within the North Wessex Downs Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, it lies approximately 1.5 miles northwest of the market town of Hungerford and on the boundary with West Berkshire. This charming setting offers a unique backdrop for potential planning applications, particularly for those looking to develop in a region known for its natural beauty and community character.

Population: 399 (2021)

District: Wiltshire

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £476,853 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: West Berkshire
Parliamentary constituency: Newbury
LSOA: West Berkshire 018B

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Chilton Foliat.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Chilton Foliat based on the last 24 months of planning data.

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A brief summary of Chilton Foliat in Wiltshire

Property prices in Chilton Foliat show an average sale price of £476,853, 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 Chilton Foliat a particularly low-crime area.

Chilton Foliat has 2 conservation areas within its boundaries: No data available for publication by HE, Chilton Foliat. 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 Chilton Foliat includes 3 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Chilton Foliat Meadows SSSI, River Kennet SSSI, Kennet and Lambourn Floodplain SSSI; 3 Ancient Woodland sites; 1 Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB): North Wessex Downs; 2 Special Areas of Conservation (SAC): Kennet & Lambourn Floodplain. 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 Chilton Foliat

In the last 24 months, 7 planning applications were submitted near Chilton Foliat. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 34 days.

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

The average decision time of 34 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Chilton Foliat were full planning applications (3), tree works (3), advertising consent (1). Full planning applications account for 43% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

In terms of development scale, 1 medium-scale application, 6 smaller schemes were submitted.

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