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Planning in Holt

Approved
93%
25 of 26 decided
Decision time
about 8 weeks
on average

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

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Around Holt

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About Holt

Holt is a charming village and civil parish located in west Wiltshire, England, approximately 2.5 miles northeast of Bradford-on-Avon and 3 miles southwest of Melksham. Its strategic location makes it a notable area for planning applications, offering a blend of rural character and accessibility to nearby towns. The settlement has a population of approximately 1,704 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Wiltshire district.

Property prices in Holt show an average sale price of £412,146, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Holt 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://holtparishcouncil.gov.uk/.

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To comment on or object to a planning application near Holt, 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, 34 planning applications were submitted near Holt. Of these, 93% were approved, with an average decision time of 55 days.

The most common types were tree works (14), full planning applications (11), discharge of conditions (1).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Holt?
In the last 24 months, 34 planning applications were submitted near Holt. The approval rate is 93%.
How long do planning decisions take near Holt?
The average planning decision time near Holt is 55 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 Holt?
The planning approval rate near Holt is 93%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Holt?
The most common type of planning application near Holt is tree works applications, with 14 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Holt?
You can search and track planning applications near Holt on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.