Figheldean, Wiltshire Planning Applications
Recent planning applications near Figheldean, Wiltshire.
Wiltshire · England · settlement
About Figheldean
Figheldean is a quaint village and civil parish located along the River Avon, situated approximately 3.5 miles (6 km) north of Amesbury in Wiltshire, England. Its picturesque setting and proximity to major towns make it a noteworthy area for planning applications and development opportunities.
Population: 538 (2021)
District: Wiltshire
Website: http://www.figheldean.org
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Town Insights
Property Prices
Average property sale price: £368,019 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).
Area Information
- Admin district: Wiltshire
- Parliamentary constituency: East Wiltshire
- LSOA: Wiltshire 046D
Crime Statistics
0 crimes reported in 2026-02.
Flood Risk
No active flood warnings near Figheldean.
Keyword Scorecard
Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Figheldean.
- 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 Figheldean based on the last 24 months of planning data.
Nearby Applications
7 planning applications found near Figheldean.
- - THE OLD BAKERY, HIGH STREET, FIGHELDEAN, SALISBURY, SP4 8JJ
T1 Weeping Willow - Pollard tree back to approximately 1.5 - 2 metres from the main stem, reducing the crown by approximately 60% - 70%. Reduce the overall height by 50%.
Status: Undecided | Type: Trees | Council: Wiltshire | Date: 2026-03-03
View full details - - 493 Mill Lane, Figheldean, Amesbury, SP4 8JJ
Removal of corrugated iron shed and supporting wall. Construction of single storey attached building to south west elevation to provide additional accommodation together with associated works
Status: Undecided | Type: Heritage | Council: Wiltshire | Date: 2026-02-19
View full details - - 493 Mill Lane, Figheldean, Amesbury, SP4 8JJ
Removal of corrugated iron shed and supporting wall. Construction of single storey attached building to south west elevation to provide additional accommodation together with associated works
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Wiltshire | Date: 2026-02-19
View full details - - Brindisi, Pollen Lane, Figheldean, Salisbury, SP4 8JR
Discharge of conditions 3 (Materials) & 4 (Scheme of Hard and Soft Landscaping) relating to application PL/2025/05001.
Status: Permitted | Type: Conditions | Council: Wiltshire | Date: 2025-08-01
View full details - - CLIFFEND, CHURCH LANE, FIGHELDEAN, SALISBURY, SP4 8JW
Discharge of Condition 3 (External Materials) relating to application PL/2022/05208 - Erection of a replacement 4 bedroom dwellinghouse, following the recent demolition of the former dwelling ‘Cliffen
Status: Permitted | Type: Conditions | Council: Wiltshire | Date: 2024-05-29
View full details - - Brindisi, Pollen Lane, Figheldean, Salisbury, SP4 8JR
Demolishing existing property, build replacement dwelling.
Status: Rejected | Type: Full | Council: Wiltshire | Date: 2024-04-18
View full details - - Brindisi, Pollen Lane, Figheldean, Salisbury, SP4 8JR.
Demolishing existing bungalow and build a replacement dwelling
Status: Withdrawn | Type: Full | Council: Wiltshire | Date: 2023-11-30
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A brief summary of Figheldean in Wiltshire
Figheldean is a quaint village and civil parish located along the River Avon, situated approximately 3.5 miles (6 km) north of Amesbury in Wiltshire, England. Its picturesque setting and proximity to major towns make it a noteworthy area for planning applications and development opportunities. The settlement has a population of approximately 538 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Wiltshire district.
Property prices in Figheldean show an average sale price of £368,019, 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 Figheldean a particularly low-crime area.
Figheldean has 2 conservation areas within its boundaries: Figheldean and Ablington, Netheravon. 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.
Ecology & Nature Designations
The area around Figheldean includes 2 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): River Avon System SSSI, Salisbury Plain SSSI; 2 Special Areas of Conservation (SAC): River Avon, Salisbury Plain; 1 Special Protection Areas (SPA): Salisbury Plain. 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, Figheldean planning applications can be searched by entering a local postcode above. Further local information can be found on the community website at http://www.figheldean.org. 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 Figheldean
In the last 24 months, 5 planning applications were submitted near Figheldean. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 45 days.
This is notably above the national average of approximately 87%, suggesting a relatively permissive planning environment. Applicants near Figheldean may find that well-prepared applications have a strong chance of success.
The average decision time of 45 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.
The most common application types near Figheldean were discharge of conditions (2), full planning applications (1), listed building and heritage (1).
1 planning appeal was lodged, of which 0 were allowed and 1 was dismissed (0% success rate). This low success rate indicates that the council's refusal decisions are generally upheld by the Planning Inspectorate.
Nearby Towns
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- Ablington planning applications
- Alton planning applications
- Netheravon planning applications
- Hackthorn planning applications
- Milston planning applications
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- Haxton planning applications
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