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Planning in Great Bedwyn

Approved
95%
20 of 20 decided
Decision time
about 6 weeks
on average

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

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Around Great Bedwyn

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About Great Bedwyn

Great Bedwyn is a picturesque village and civil parish located in east Wiltshire, England, nestled along the banks of the River Dun. It lies approximately 4.5 miles southwest of Hungerford, 14 miles southeast of Swindon, and 6 miles southeast of Marlborough, making it a well-connected location for potential development and planning applications in the area. The settlement has a population of approximately 1,361 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Wiltshire district.

Property prices in Great Bedwyn show an average sale price of £498,650, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Great Bedwyn 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 (May 2026). This makes Great Bedwyn a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Great Bedwyn has 14 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Great Bedwyn 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.greatbedwyn-pc.gov.uk/.

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To comment on or object to a planning application near Great Bedwyn, 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, 24 planning applications were submitted near Great Bedwyn. Of these, 95% were approved, with an average decision time of 43 days.

The most common types were tree works (9), full planning applications (7), listed building and heritage (1).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Great Bedwyn?
In the last 24 months, 24 planning applications were submitted near Great Bedwyn. The approval rate is 95%.
How long do planning decisions take near Great Bedwyn?
The average planning decision time near Great Bedwyn is 43 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 Great Bedwyn?
The planning approval rate near Great Bedwyn is 95%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Great Bedwyn?
The most common type of planning application near Great Bedwyn is tree works applications, with 9 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Great Bedwyn?
You can search and track planning applications near Great Bedwyn on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.