Devizes, Wiltshire Planning Applications
Recent planning applications near Devizes, Wiltshire.
Wiltshire · England · Town
Planning applications in Devizes are administered by Wiltshire Council. View the full Wiltshire Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.
About Devizes
Devizes is a historic market town in Wiltshire, England, known for its origins around the 11th-century Devizes Castle. The town received its charter in 1141 and has a rich history marked by significant events, including sieges during the Anarchy and the English Civil War. While the castle was destroyed in 1648, its legacy continues to influence planning and development in the area, making Devizes an intriguing location for those researching local applications and heritage.
Population: 16,700 (2021)
District: Wiltshire
Website: http://www.devizes-tc.gov.uk/
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Area Information
- Admin district: Wiltshire
- Parliamentary constituency: Melksham and Devizes
- LSOA: Wiltshire 028C
Crime Statistics
0 crimes reported in 2026-05.
Flood Risk
No active flood warnings near Devizes.
Keyword Scorecard
Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Devizes.
- 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 Devizes based on the last 24 months of planning data.
Nearby Applications
54 planning applications found near Devizes.
- - 34 WEST VIEW CRESCENT, DEVIZES, SN10 5HE
Single storey extension to replace existing extension, utilising existing adjoining block wall. New proposed construction to be timer framed, insulated and timber clad. It will have a rubber roof (wit
Status: Undecided | Type: Outline | Council: Wiltshire | Date: 2026-07-01
View full details - - 45 The Market Place, Devizes, SN10 1HZ
Replacement of inner lobby entrance door
Status: Undecided | Type: Heritage | Council: Wiltshire | Date: 2026-06-30
View full details - - DEVIZES COMPREHENSIVE SCHOOL, SOUTHBROOM ROAD, DEVIZES, SN10 3AG
Lime tree - re-pollard to below the cavities on the main stem leaving at approximately 13m
Status: Undecided | Type: Trees | Council: Wiltshire | Date: 2026-06-22
View full details - - 90 Victoria Road, Devizes, SN10 1EU
The proposed work would be to remove the existing conservatory at the back of the property and replace it with an single storey extension following the current line/width of the bungalow, continuing w
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Wiltshire | Date: 2026-06-03
View full details - - 2 Hare And Hounds Street, Devizes, SN10 1LZ
Like for like replacement of the existing Georgian front door, with no changes to the existing openings. This will return the front façade to its original state, in keeping with the listed building an
Status: Undecided | Type: Heritage | Council: Wiltshire | Date: 2026-05-20
View full details - - 2 Hare And Hounds Street, Devizes, SN10 1LZ
Like for like replacement of the existing Georgian front door, with no changes to the existing openings. This will return the front façade to its original state, in keeping with the listed building an
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Wiltshire | Date: 2026-05-20
View full details - - 5 Estcourt Street, Devizes, SN10 1LQ
Change of use to existing first floor flats No.5 & 5a (Use Class C3) to ancillary office accommodation for the existing veterinary surgery (Use Class E), together with internal alterations to reconfig
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Wiltshire | Date: 2026-04-20
View full details - - 5 Estcourt Street, Devizes, SN10 1LQ
Change of use to existing first floor flats No.5 & 5a (Use Class C3) to ancillary office accommodation for the existing veterinary surgery (Use Class E), together with internal alterations to reconfig
Status: Undecided | Type: Heritage | Council: Wiltshire | Date: 2026-04-20
View full details - - 2 St Marys Cottages, New Park Road, Devizes, SN10 1EE
Installation of a boiler flue on the western elevation through ground floor roof
Status: Undecided | Type: Heritage | Council: Wiltshire | Date: 2026-04-07
View full details - - 35 SOUTHBROOM ROAD, DEVIZES, SN10 5BN
T1 Hornbeam - Crown lift fringe of branches by 2.0 meters. Thin out 3-4 lower limbs over next doors property - thin out by 10% - 15% and reduce same limbs back by 2.0 meters.
Status: Undecided | Type: Trees | Council: Wiltshire | Date: 2026-03-27
View full details - - Conservative Club, 30 Long Street, Devizes, SN10 1NW
Remove existing stone tiles (approx 30m²) and replace with natural slates
Status: Undecided | Type: Heritage | Council: Wiltshire | Date: 2026-03-24
View full details - - The Bear Hotel, The Market Place, Devizes, SN10 1HS
Discharge of condition 3 (Acoustic Assessment) relating to application PL/2024/05751
Status: Undecided | Type: Conditions | Council: Wiltshire | Date: 2026-03-20
View full details - - 55 Southbroom Road, Devizes, SN10 5BN
Discharge of condition 3 on PL/2025/07612 (rear door details)
Status: Permitted | Type: Heritage | Council: Wiltshire | Date: 2026-03-17
View full details - - Canal Forge, Lower Wharf, Devizes, SN10 1JN
Proposed change of use from former Canal Forge to office and training centre
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Wiltshire | Date: 2026-03-12
View full details - - 53 Northgate Street, Devizes, SN10 1JJ
Proposed name sign to be fixed to the front railings.
Status: Conditions | Type: Heritage | Council: Wiltshire | Date: 2026-02-18
View full details - - SAXON, CASTLE GROUNDS, DEVIZES, SN10 1HL
Pine tree - crown reduce to 5m
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Wiltshire | Date: 2026-02-13
View full details - - 4, 5 and 5A Northgate Street, Devizes, Wiltshire, SN10 1JL
Replacement of 3No windows. Window numbers 4, 5 & 6 are UPVC windows, change all 3 windows to purpose made softwood, single glazed & painted.
Status: Conditions | Type: Heritage | Council: Wiltshire | Date: 2026-02-11
View full details - - THORNTON, 87 SOUTHBROOM ROAD, DEVIZES, SN10 1LX
Two Silver Birch trees - Pollarding, reduce by 20ft.
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Wiltshire | Date: 2026-02-10
View full details - - Devizes Castle, Castle Grounds, Devizes, SN10 1HL
Proposed dismantle and rebuild Ladies Arch
Status: Undecided | Type: Heritage | Council: Wiltshire | Date: 2026-02-09
View full details - - Northgate Brewery, Northgate Street, Devizes, SN10 1JW
Discharge of condition 26 (Water efficiency scheme) of PL/2023/03573
Status: Undecided | Type: Conditions | Council: Wiltshire | Date: 2026-02-02
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A brief summary of Devizes in Wiltshire
Devizes is a historic market town in Wiltshire, England, known for its origins around the 11th-century Devizes Castle. The town received its charter in 1141 and has a rich history marked by significant events, including sieges during the Anarchy and the English Civil War. While the castle was destroyed in 1648, its legacy continues to influence planning and development in the area, making Devizes an intriguing location for those researching local applications and heritage. The Town has a population of approximately 16,700 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Wiltshire district.
There were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period. This makes Devizes a particularly low-crime area.
Devizes has 2 conservation areas within its boundaries: Devizes, Devizes, Victoria Road Quarter. 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.
For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Devizes planning applications can be searched by entering a local postcode above. Further local information can be found on the community website at http://www.devizes-tc.gov.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 Devizes
In the last 24 months, 71 planning applications were submitted near Devizes. Of these, 76% were approved, with an average decision time of 65 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 Devizes.
At 65 days on average, decisions near Devizes slightly exceed the 8-week statutory target for minor applications, though this is common across many councils.
The most common application types near Devizes were full planning applications (25), listed building and heritage (19), tree works (13). Full planning applications account for 35% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.
In terms of development scale, 1 large-scale (major) development, 12 medium-scale applications, 58 smaller schemes were submitted.
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