How long do planning decisions take near Downton?

The average planning decision time near Downton is 59 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 Downton?

The planning approval rate near Downton is 67%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Downton?

The most common type of planning application near Downton is listed building consent applications, with 4 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Downton?

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Downton, Wiltshire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Downton, Wiltshire.

Wiltshire · England · settlement

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

About Downton

Downton is a picturesque village and civil parish located on the River Avon in southern Wiltshire, approximately 6 miles southeast of Salisbury. It borders Hampshire and lies near the New Forest, encompassing the villages of Wick and Charlton-All-Saints, along with the historic site of Witherington. The area features notable Grade I listed structures, including the parish church and Trafalgar House, making it a significant location for planning applications and heritage considerations.

Population: 3,299 (2021)

District: Wiltshire

Website: http://downtonparishcouncil.gov.uk/

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Area Information

Admin district: Wiltshire
Parliamentary constituency: Salisbury
LSOA: Wiltshire 060C

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-05.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Downton.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Downton based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

8 planning applications found near Downton.

- Rear of 23 High Street, Downton, Salisbury, SP5 3PG
Replacement building with storage and garaging at ground floor and a 1 bed studio flat above
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Wiltshire | Date: 2026-07-03
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- 38 High Street, Downton, Salisbury, SP5 3PJ
Due to the ingress of damp into the properties we must remove and rebuild the chimney to match existing dimensions and style with the addition of lead trays to protect the property can damp.
Status: Undecided | Type: Heritage | Council: Wiltshire | Date: 2026-06-30
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- 40 High Street, Downton, Salisbury, SP5 3PJ
Refurbish existing outbuilding to form ancillary accommodation
Status: Conditions | Type: Heritage | Council: Wiltshire | Date: 2025-11-28
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- 40 High Street, Downton, Salisbury, SP5 3PJ
Variation of Condition 2 (Approved Plans) of PL/2025/04483 - Refurbish existing outbuilding to form ancillary accommodation
Status: Conditions | Type: Conditions | Council: Wiltshire | Date: 2025-11-28
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- HAMILTON HOUSE, BARFORD LANE, DOWNTON, SALISBURY, SP5 3QA
T1 T2 Yew trees - Reduce from approximately 10 metres in height, down to approximately 7 metres in height.
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Wiltshire | Date: 2024-06-26
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- 28 Saxonhurst, Downton, Salisbury, SP5 3JN
Replacement of two porches, to the front and side of the property. Including the enlargement of the landing on the front porch and associated works to the steps on both porches.
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Wiltshire | Date: 2024-06-13
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- 28 Saxonhurst, Downtown, Salisbury, SP5 3JN
Proposed extension and conversion of a double garage into an annex and a new oak frame entrance canopy
Status: Withdrawn | Type: Full | Council: Wiltshire | Date: 2024-03-27
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- THE MOOT FARM, 43 MOOT LANE, DOWNTON, SALISBURY, SP5 3JP
Copper Beech (T1) - Reduce lateral branches which overhang boundary line of Gilberts Barn (South East to South West side) by up to 2.5m (all pruning cuts to made at appropriate pruning points in accor
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Wiltshire | Date: 2024-03-20
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A brief summary of Downton in Wiltshire

There were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period. This makes Downton a particularly low-crime area.

Downton has one conservation area within its boundaries: Downton. 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 Downton includes 1 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): River Avon System SSSI; 1 Special Areas of Conservation (SAC): River Avon; 1 National Parks: NEW FOREST. 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, Downton planning applications can be searched by entering a local postcode above. Further local information can be found on the community website at http://downtonparishcouncil.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 Downton

In the last 24 months, 14 planning applications were submitted near Downton. Of these, 67% were approved, with an average decision time of 59 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 Downton.

At 59 days on average, decisions near Downton slightly exceed the 8-week statutory target for minor applications, though this is common across many councils.

The most common application types near Downton were listed building and heritage (4), tree works (4), full planning applications (3). 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, 4 medium-scale applications, 10 smaller schemes were submitted.

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