How long do planning decisions take near Horpit?

The average planning decision time near Horpit is 45 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 100%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 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 2 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.

Horpit, Wiltshire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Horpit, Wiltshire.

Wiltshire · England · settlement

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

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.

Enter a postcode to search for planning applications near Horpit.

Town Insights

Property Prices

Area Information

Admin district: Swindon
Parliamentary constituency: East Wiltshire
LSOA: Swindon 025C

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Horpit.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Horpit based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

Browse recent planning applications near Horpit. Filter by status:

Pending
Permitted
Refused
Withdrawn
All

Use the filter and sort options to search descriptions, addresses, and references. Sort by newest or oldest applications.

A brief summary of Horpit in Wiltshire

There were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period. This makes Horpit a particularly low-crime area.

Horpit has 2 conservation areas within its boundaries: Lower Wanborough, Upper Wanborough. Planning applications within or near these conservation areas 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 Horpit includes 1 Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB): North Wessex Downs. These designations may affect planning decisions, as proposals near protected sites require environmental impact assessment and may face additional restrictions.

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.

Planning Activity in Horpit

In the last 24 months, 6 planning applications were submitted near Horpit. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 45 days.

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

The average decision time of 45 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Horpit were full planning applications (2), discharge of conditions (1), amendments (1). Full planning applications account for 33% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

Nearby Towns

Explore planning applications in nearby areas:

Related Planning Guides

What Is Planning Permission in the UK? — Planning permission is the formal approval you need from your local council before making certain changes to a building or piece of land.
What Is Permitted Development? — Permitted development rights allow certain building works and changes of use without the need to apply for planning permission.
How Long Does Planning Permission Take? — Typical timelines for planning permission decisions in the UK, from submission to approval, and what can cause delays.