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Planning in Corsham

Approved
90%
54 of 56 decided
Decision time
about 8 weeks
on average

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

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Around Corsham

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About Corsham

Corsham is a historic market town located in west Wiltshire, England, nestled at the southwestern edge of the Cotswolds. Conveniently positioned just off the A4 national route, it lies 28 miles southwest of Swindon, 20 miles east of Bristol, 8 miles northeast of Bath, and 4 miles southwest of Chippenham, making it an accessible location for planning applications and development opportunities. The settlement has a population of approximately 13,412 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Wiltshire district.

Property prices in Corsham show an average sale price of £393,162, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Corsham 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 Corsham a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Corsham has 9 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Corsham 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 https://www.corsham.gov.uk/.

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To comment on or object to a planning application near Corsham, 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, 76 planning applications were submitted near Corsham. Of these, 90% were approved, with an average decision time of 56 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (24), tree works (19), listed building and heritage (6). 1 large-scale development was submitted during this period.

1 planning appeal was lodged, of which 0 were allowed and 1 was dismissed (0% success rate).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Corsham?
In the last 24 months, 76 planning applications were submitted near Corsham. The approval rate is 90%.
How long do planning decisions take near Corsham?
The average planning decision time near Corsham is 56 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 Corsham?
The planning approval rate near Corsham is 90%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Corsham?
The most common type of planning application near Corsham is full planning applications, with 24 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Corsham?
You can search and track planning applications near Corsham on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.