How long do planning decisions take near Chitterne?

The average planning decision time near Chitterne is 68 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 Chitterne?

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

What types of planning applications are most common near Chitterne?

The most common type of planning application near Chitterne is listed building consent applications, with 3 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Chitterne?

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Chitterne, Wiltshire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Chitterne, Wiltshire.

Wiltshire · England · settlement

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

About Chitterne

Chitterne is a village and civil parish located in Wiltshire, England, nestled in the heart of Salisbury Plain. Situated approximately 7 miles east of Warminster, this picturesque community may be of interest to those researching planning applications in a rural setting.

Population: 293 (2021)

District: Wiltshire

Website: http://www.chitterne.com/

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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 047D

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-05.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Chitterne.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Chitterne based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

4 planning applications found near Chitterne.

- Water Treatment Centre "Chitterne Middle Bottom Farm", Townsend, Chitterne, Warminster, BA12 0LF
An additional treatment facility is being installed at Wessex Water's Chitterne Water Treatment Centre under permitted development works. A new underground water main is required to facilitate the tre
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Wiltshire | Date: 2025-11-24
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- Chitterne Lodge, Chitterne, Warminster, BA12 0LQ
Replacement of windows on South-West Elevation and pair of doors on South-East Elevation
Status: Conditions | Type: Heritage | Council: Wiltshire | Date: 2025-09-02
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- COACH HOUSE, CHITTERNE, WARMINSTER, BA12 0LG
Ash tree - fell
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Wiltshire | Date: 2023-10-27
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- CHITTERNE HOUSE, CHITTERNE, WARMINSTER, BA12 0LG
Yew tree - remove
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Wiltshire | Date: 2023-01-06
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A brief summary of Chitterne in Wiltshire

Property prices in Chitterne 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 Chitterne a particularly low-crime area.

Chitterne has one conservation area within its boundaries: Chitterne. 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 Chitterne includes 1 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Salisbury Plain SSSI; 1 Special Areas of Conservation (SAC): Salisbury Plain; 1 Special Protection Areas (SPA): Salisbury Plain. 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, Chitterne planning applications can be searched by entering a local postcode above. Further local information can be found on the community website at http://www.chitterne.com/. 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 Chitterne

In the last 24 months, 7 planning applications were submitted near Chitterne. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 68 days.

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

At 68 days on average, decisions near Chitterne slightly exceed the 8-week statutory target for minor applications, though this is common across many councils.

The most common application types near Chitterne were listed building and heritage (3), tree works (3), other applications (1). The high proportion of heritage applications reflects the historic character of the area and the presence of listed buildings or conservation areas nearby.

In terms of development scale, 2 medium-scale applications, 5 smaller schemes were submitted.

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