How long do planning decisions take near Hitcombe Bottom?

The average planning decision time near Hitcombe Bottom is 38 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 Hitcombe Bottom?

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

What types of planning applications are most common near Hitcombe Bottom?

The most common type of planning application near Hitcombe Bottom is tree works applications, with 8 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Hitcombe Bottom?

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Hitcombe Bottom, Wiltshire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Hitcombe Bottom, Wiltshire.

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About Hitcombe Bottom

Horningsham is a quaint village and civil parish located in Wiltshire, England, near the border with Somerset. Situated approximately 4 miles southwest of Warminster and 4.5 miles southeast of Frome, this charming community offers a peaceful rural setting that may be of interest to those exploring planning applications in the area.

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £307,432 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: Wiltshire
Parliamentary constituency: South West Wiltshire
LSOA: Wiltshire 050B

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Hitcombe Bottom.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Hitcombe Bottom based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

3 planning applications found near Hitcombe Bottom.

- 52 ROWES HILL, HORNINGSHAM, WARMINSTER, BA12 7LQ
G1 - Group of 10 self sett Sycamore and Goat Willow, DBH 18 height 6m, squirrel damaged. Remove to ground level 8 of the ten trees. G2 - Group of 8 self sett Sycamore and Goat Willow, DBH 15 height 5m
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Wiltshire | Date: 2026-01-15
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- LILAC COTTAGE, 49 ROWES HILL, HORNINGSHAM, WARMINSTER, BA12 7LQ
T1 - Ash tree, fell to ground due to signs of disease and unstable footing. Condition: Poor. Tree poses a hazard to garage and public. T2 - Beech tree lift, thin and reduce crown by 3m, in order to ad
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Wiltshire | Date: 2025-12-29
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- 48 ROWES HILL, HORNINGSHAM, WARMINSTER, BA12 7LQ
T005 - Early mature Ash tree, with signs of ADB. Remove to ground level.
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Wiltshire | Date: 2024-07-01
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A brief summary of Hitcombe Bottom in Wiltshire

Property prices in Hitcombe Bottom show an average sale price of £307,432, 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 Hitcombe Bottom a particularly low-crime area.

Hitcombe Bottom has one conservation area within its boundaries: Horningsham. 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 Hitcombe Bottom includes 1 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Brimsdown Hill SSSI; 3 Ancient Woodland sites; 1 Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB): Cranborne Chase & West Wiltshire Downs. 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 Hitcombe Bottom

In the last 24 months, 8 planning applications were submitted near Hitcombe Bottom. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 38 days.

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

The average decision time of 38 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Hitcombe Bottom were tree works (8). The significant number of tree-related applications is typical for areas with mature tree cover or active tree preservation orders.

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