Lacock, Wiltshire Planning Applications
Recent planning applications near Lacock, Wiltshire.
Wiltshire · England · settlement
About Lacock
Lacock is a picturesque village and civil parish located in Wiltshire, England, approximately 3 miles south of Chippenham and just outside the Cotswolds area. Predominantly owned by the National Trust, Lacock is renowned for its well-preserved historical charm, drawing numerous visitors each year. This unique status may influence local planning applications, making it essential for developers to consider the village's conservation priorities.
Population: 1,078 (2021)
District: Wiltshire
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Town Insights
Property Prices
Average property sale price: £368,353 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).
Area Information
- Admin district: Wiltshire
- Parliamentary constituency: South Cotswolds
- LSOA: Wiltshire 004B
Crime Statistics
0 crimes reported in 2026-02.
Flood Risk
No active flood warnings near Lacock.
Keyword Scorecard
Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Lacock.
- 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 Lacock based on the last 24 months of planning data.
Nearby Applications
19 planning applications found near Lacock.
- - 6 Nethercote Hill, Lacock, Chippenham, SN15 2LD
Proposed single storey rear extension and off street parking.
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Wiltshire | Date: 2026-03-16
View full details - - The Burford Brown, 22 Church Street, Lacock, Chippenham, SN15 2LB
Construction of replacement outbuilding to create additional guest accommodation and restaurant dining area, window repairs and new surfacing to forecourt.
Status: Undecided | Type: Heritage | Council: Wiltshire | Date: 2026-03-05
View full details - - The Burford Brown, 22 Church Street, Lacock, Chippenham, SN15 2LB
Construction of replacement outbuilding to create additional guest accommodation and restaurant dining area, window repairs and new surfacing to forecourt.
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Wiltshire | Date: 2026-03-05
View full details - - Barn at Piccadilly House, Folly Lane West, Lacock, Chippenham, SN15 2LP
Creation of 1No dwelling
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Wiltshire | Date: 2026-03-04
View full details - - Red Lion, High Street, Lacock, Chippenham, SN15 2LQ
Deconstruction and rebuilding of the stone slate roof to the single-storey side extension.
Status: Undecided | Type: Heritage | Council: Wiltshire | Date: 2026-02-25
View full details - - 15 High Street, Lacock, Chippenham, SN15 2LQ
Replacement external render and internal insulated partition.
Status: Permitted | Type: Heritage | Council: Wiltshire | Date: 2026-01-12
View full details - - 5 NETHERCOTE HILL, LACOCK, CHIPPENHAM, SN15 2LD
A - Mature Apple - Crown-clean to remove dead, diseased and damaged sections; Target-prune mid and upper crown to remove around 20%; Reduce laterally by up to maximum 2.5 metres; B - Apple tree - Redu
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Wiltshire | Date: 2025-12-24
View full details - - National Trust Car Park, Hither Way, Lacock, SN15 2RQ
Replacement of car parking machines
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Wiltshire | Date: 2025-11-26
View full details - - National Trust Car Park, Hither Way, Lacock, SN15 2RQ
Erection of new signs
Status: Conditions | Type: Advertising | Council: Wiltshire | Date: 2025-11-26
View full details - - LACOCK ABBEY, HIGH STREET, LACOCK, CHIPPENHAM, SN15 2LG
Removal of masonry chimney capping and replacement with stainless steel flue liner and terminal
Status: Undecided | Type: Heritage | Council: Wiltshire | Date: 2025-11-17
View full details - - GLENVERNE, FOLLY LANE, LACOCK, CHIPPENHAM, SN15 2LL
T1 - Fell Yew tree; T2 - Reduce Lawson Cypress in height by up to 3-4m
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Wiltshire | Date: 2025-10-14
View full details - - 15 East Street, Lacock, SN15 2LF
Alterations and Formation of Additional Retail Space (Retrospective)
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Wiltshire | Date: 2025-09-23
View full details - - 11 West Street, Lacock, Chippenham, SN15 2LH
Replacement of stone to repair defective window surrounds
Status: Conditions | Type: Heritage | Council: Wiltshire | Date: 2025-09-22
View full details - - GLENVERNE, FOLLY LANE, LACOCK, CHIPPENHAM, SN15 2LL
T1 - Crown reduce Conifer tree by up to 2.5m in height and 1.5m laterally; T2 - Section fell standing tree stem
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Wiltshire | Date: 2025-05-26
View full details - - Sundawn, 2 Chapel Hill, Lacock, Chippenham, SN15 2LA
Proposed - Semi-Subterranean (Revised) Ground Floor Extension
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Wiltshire | Date: 2024-07-19
View full details - - Sundawn, 2 Chapel Hill, Lacock, Chippenham, SN15 2LA
Proposed - Semi-Subterranean (Revised) Ground Floor Extension
Status: Conditions | Type: Heritage | Council: Wiltshire | Date: 2024-07-19
View full details - - Carpenters Arms, Church Street, Lacock, Chippenham, SN15 2LB
Structural works and repairs associated with previous planning approvals (PL/2023/02322 & PL/2023/02787) including the reforming of part of the existing hipped roof and new roof lights to the existing
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Wiltshire | Date: 2024-07-11
View full details - - Carpenters Arms, Church Street, Lacock, Chippenham, SN15 2LB
Structural works and repairs associated with previous planning approvals (PL/2023/02322 & PL/2023/02787) including the reforming of part of the existing hipped roof and new roof lights to the existing
Status: Conditions | Type: Heritage | Council: Wiltshire | Date: 2024-07-11
View full details - - RED LION, HIGH STREET, LACOCK, CHIPPENHAM, SN15 2LQ
Eucalyptus (T1) - remove dead wood and dieback to suitable growth points.
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Wiltshire | Date: 2023-09-20
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A brief summary of Lacock in Wiltshire
Lacock is a picturesque village and civil parish located in Wiltshire, England, approximately 3 miles south of Chippenham and just outside the Cotswolds area. Predominantly owned by the National Trust, Lacock is renowned for its well-preserved historical charm, drawing numerous visitors each year. This unique status may influence local planning applications, making it essential for developers to consider the village's conservation priorities. The settlement has a population of approximately 1,078 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Wiltshire district.
Property prices in Lacock show an average sale price of £368,353, 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 Lacock a particularly low-crime area.
Lacock has one conservation area within its boundaries: Lacock. 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 Lacock includes 3 Ancient Woodland sites. 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, Lacock 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 Lacock
In the last 24 months, 21 planning applications were submitted near Lacock. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 67 days.
This is notably above the national average of approximately 87%, suggesting a relatively permissive planning environment. Applicants near Lacock may find that well-prepared applications have a strong chance of success.
At 67 days on average, decisions near Lacock slightly exceed the 8-week statutory target for minor applications, though this is common across many councils.
The most common application types near Lacock were full planning applications (7), listed building and heritage (7), tree works (6). Full planning applications account for 33% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.
In terms of development scale, 7 medium-scale applications, 14 smaller schemes were submitted.
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