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Planning in Donhead St Andrew

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

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

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About Donhead St Andrew

Donhead St Andrew is a picturesque village and civil parish located in Wiltshire, England, situated along the River Nadder. Just 4 miles east of the bustling market town of Shaftesbury in Dorset, the parish encompasses the charming hamlets of West End, Milkwell, and Brook Waters. As of the 2011 census, Donhead St Andrew had a population of 413, making it a small yet vibrant community ideal for planning applications related to rural development and local amenities. The settlement has a population of approximately 412 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Wiltshire district.

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

The area around Donhead St Andrew has 7 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Donhead St Andrew 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.thedonheads.org.uk.

To comment on or object to a planning application near Donhead St Andrew, 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, 17 planning applications were submitted near Donhead St Andrew. Of these, 92% were approved, with an average decision time of 62 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (7), tree works (4), outline applications (1).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Donhead St Andrew?
In the last 24 months, 17 planning applications were submitted near Donhead St Andrew. The approval rate is 92%.
How long do planning decisions take near Donhead St Andrew?
The average planning decision time near Donhead St Andrew is 62 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 Donhead St Andrew?
The planning approval rate near Donhead St Andrew is 92%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Donhead St Andrew?
The most common type of planning application near Donhead St Andrew is full planning applications, with 7 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Donhead St Andrew?
You can search and track planning applications near Donhead St Andrew on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.