How long do planning decisions take near Fairwood?

The average planning decision time near Fairwood is 21 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 Fairwood?

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

What types of planning applications are most common near Fairwood?

The most common type of planning application near Fairwood is full planning applications, with 1 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Fairwood?

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Fairwood, Wiltshire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Fairwood, Wiltshire.

Wiltshire · England · settlement

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About Fairwood

Dilton Marsh is a distinct village and civil parish located in the far west of Wiltshire, approximately 1.5 miles southwest of Westbury. Separated from Westbury Leigh by the Biss Brook, it boasts its own unique character and community, making it a notable area for those researching planning applications in the region.

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £254,850 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: Wiltshire
Parliamentary constituency: South West Wiltshire
LSOA: Wiltshire 039E

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Fairwood.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Fairwood based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

4 planning applications found near Fairwood.

- Cuckoos Rest, 28 Fairwood Road, Dilton Marsh, Westbury, BA13 4EL
Side extension to first floor along with alterations to front elevation & internal layout plus the inclusion of 28c Fairwood Road within the existing curtilage of 28 Fairwood Road.
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Wiltshire | Date: 2026-03-05
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- Fairwood Lakes Holiday Park, Fairwood Road, Dilton Marsh, BA13 4EL
Non Material Amendment (NMA) to the description of development (DoD) to planning permission 20/11097/FUL to read as Refurbishment and Expansion of Holiday Park to Provide Holiday Lodges, Managers Hous
Status: Permitted | Type: Amendment | Council: Wiltshire | Date: 2026-02-02
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- South West Storage Solutions, Fairwood House, Fairwood Road, Dilton Marsh, BA13 4EF
Discharge of Conditions 9 (Details of bird nest boxes), 10 (External lighting) and 11 (SW drainage) of PL/2024/04868 - Alterations and Extension to Commercial Building
Status: Undecided | Type: Conditions | Council: Wiltshire | Date: 2025-11-17
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- 30 FAIRWOOD ROAD, DILTON MARSH, WESTBURY, BA13 4EL
Erection of timber stables on an area of hard standing.
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Wiltshire | Date: 2023-02-22
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A brief summary of Fairwood in Wiltshire

Property prices in Fairwood show an average sale price of £254,850, 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 Fairwood a particularly low-crime area.

Ecology & Nature Designations

The area around Fairwood includes 1 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Westbury Ironstone Quarry SSSI; 5 Ancient Woodland sites. These designations may affect planning decisions, as proposals near protected sites require environmental impact assessment and may face additional restrictions.

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Planning Activity in Fairwood

In the last 24 months, 3 planning applications were submitted near Fairwood. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 21 days.

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

The average decision time of 21 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Fairwood were full planning applications (1), discharge of conditions (1), amendments (1). Full planning applications account for 33% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

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