Skip to content

Planning in Horpit

Approved
91%
10 of 11 decided
Decision time
about 11 weeks
on average

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Horpit in the last 24 months, from Swindon Borough Council's planning register.

Decided by Swindon Borough CouncilCouncil page

Around Horpit

Postcode districts

SN4 305 applications in the last 12 monthsSN3 243 applications in the last 12 months

Applications in each district in the last 12 months.

Planning authority: Swindon Borough Council

For home projects and trades

About Horpit

Horpit is a small agricultural hamlet situated in the parish of Wanborough, located in the north-eastern part of Wiltshire, England. Its rural setting may influence planning applications, particularly those related to agricultural development and rural land use.

There are currently no active flood warnings for the Horpit 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 Horpit a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Horpit has 1 nature designation nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Horpit 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.

To comment on or object to a planning application near Horpit, 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, 12 planning applications were submitted near Horpit. Of these, 91% were approved, with an average decision time of 80 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (3), discharge of conditions (2), amendments (2).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Horpit?
In the last 24 months, 12 planning applications were submitted near Horpit. The approval rate is 91%.
How long do planning decisions take near Horpit?
The average planning decision time near Horpit is 80 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 Horpit?
The planning approval rate near Horpit is 91%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Horpit?
The most common type of planning application near Horpit is full planning applications, with 3 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Horpit?
You can search and track planning applications near Horpit on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.