How long do planning decisions take near Larkhill?

The average planning decision time near Larkhill is 82 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 Larkhill?

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

What types of planning applications are most common near Larkhill?

The most common type of planning application near Larkhill is full planning applications, with 1 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Larkhill?

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Larkhill, Wiltshire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Larkhill, Wiltshire.

Wiltshire · England · settlement

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

About Larkhill

Larkhill is a garrison town located in the civil parish of Durrington, Wiltshire, approximately 1.75 miles west of Durrington village and 1.5 miles north of the iconic Stonehenge. Situated around 10 miles north of Salisbury, Larkhill's strategic position and proximity to historic sites make it a notable area for planning applications and development opportunities.

Population: 2,733

District: Durrington

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Area Information

Admin district: Wiltshire
Parliamentary constituency: East Wiltshire
LSOA: Wiltshire 049A

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Larkhill.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Larkhill based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

1 planning application found near Larkhill.

- Larkhill Officers' Mess (LA 0 320), Larkhill Garrison, Larkhill, SP4 8QE
Proposed alterations or introduction of handrails to secondary internal and external staircases
Status: Conditions | Type: Heritage | Council: Wiltshire | Date: 2024-08-30
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A brief summary of Larkhill in Wiltshire

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

Ecology & Nature Designations

The area around Larkhill includes 1 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Salisbury Plain SSSI; 1 Special Areas of Conservation (SAC): Salisbury Plain; 1 Special Protection Areas (SPA): Salisbury Plain. 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 Larkhill

In the last 24 months, 4 planning applications were submitted near Larkhill. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 82 days.

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

The average decision period of 82 days exceeds the 8-week target for minor applications but falls within the 13-week target for major schemes. Applicants should plan for approximately 12 weeks from submission to decision.

The most common application types near Larkhill were full planning applications (1), outline applications (1), listed building and heritage (1). Full planning applications account for 25% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

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