How long do planning decisions take near Ford (SP4)?

The average planning decision time near Ford (SP4) is 77 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 Ford (SP4)?

The planning approval rate near Ford (SP4) is 50%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Ford (SP4)?

The most common type of planning application near Ford (SP4) is full planning applications, with 11 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Ford (SP4)?

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Ford (SP4), Wiltshire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Ford (SP4), Wiltshire.

Wiltshire · England · settlement

Planning applications in Ford (SP4) are administered by Swindon Borough Council. View the full Swindon Borough Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.

District: North Wraxall

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £362,026 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: Wiltshire
Parliamentary constituency: Salisbury
LSOA: Wiltshire 049B

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-05.

Keyword Scorecard

Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Ford (SP4).

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 Ford (SP4) based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

6 planning applications found near Ford (SP4).

- Ford Mill, Ford, Salisbury, SP4 6DN
Installation of solar panels to roof of barn
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Wiltshire | Date: 2026-06-12
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- Borrowback Stables, Roman Road, Ford, Salisbury, SP4 6DL
Prior Approval for use of land as temporary campsite - see application for dates.
Status: Undecided | Type: Outline | Council: Wiltshire | Date: 2026-04-29
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- Premier Inn, Pearce Way, Bishopdown, Salisbury, SP1 3GU
Extension to existing hotel to provide additional bedrooms, together with alterations to the car park and all associated works.
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Wiltshire | Date: 2026-03-25
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- Open View, Main Road, Winterbourne Earls, Salisbury, SP4 6DS
Discharge of Condition of condition 3 materials of planning application PL/2025/06026 - Alterations and extension to the existing amenity building to provide a dwelling, stationing of a caravan as a r
Status: Undecided | Type: Conditions | Council: Wiltshire | Date: 2026-03-05
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- Willow Tree Farm, Ford Lane, Ford, Salisbury, SP4 6DJ
Erection of stable block with associated works
Status: Withdrawn | Type: Full | Council: Wiltshire | Date: 2026-01-29
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- Laburnum Cottage, London Road, Salisbury, SP1 3YU
Proposed two storey side extension to form bedroom and lounge/kitchen with detached garage
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Wiltshire | Date: 2024-09-09
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A brief summary of Ford (SP4) in Wiltshire

Ford (SP4) is a settlement located in Wiltshire, England. It sits within the North Wraxall district.

Property prices in Ford (SP4) show an average sale price of £362,026, 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 Ford (SP4) a particularly low-crime area.

Ford (SP4) has one conservation area within its boundaries: Old Sarum Airfield. 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 Ford (SP4) includes 2 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Cockey Down SSSI, River Avon System SSSI; 1 Special Areas of Conservation (SAC): River Avon. 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 Ford (SP4)

In the last 24 months, 22 planning applications were submitted near Ford (SP4). Of these, 50% were approved, with an average decision time of 77 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 Ford (SP4).

The average decision period of 77 days exceeds the 8-week target for minor applications but falls within the 13-week target for major schemes. Applicants should plan for approximately 11 weeks from submission to decision.

The most common application types near Ford (SP4) were full planning applications (11), tree works (5), outline applications (3). Full planning applications account for 50% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

In terms of development scale, 5 medium-scale applications, 17 smaller schemes were submitted.

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