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Planning in Laverstock

Approved
93%
76 of 78 decided
Decision time
about 9 weeks
on average

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

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About Laverstock

Laverstock is a vibrant village and civil parish located on the northeastern and eastern outskirts of Salisbury, Wiltshire. The parish, shaped like a figure 7, includes the hamlet of Ford, the eastern portion of the former manor of Milford, and parts of the Hampton Park district, as well as the area near the historic settlement of Old Sarum. As of 2021, Laverstock had a population of 10,277, making it an important area for planning and development considerations. The settlement has a population of approximately 10,455 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Wiltshire district.

Property prices in Laverstock show an average sale price of £362,026, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Laverstock 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 Laverstock a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Laverstock has 4 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Laverstock 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://www.laverstock-ford.co.uk/index.html.

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To comment on or object to a planning application near Laverstock, 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, 101 planning applications were submitted near Laverstock. Of these, 93% were approved, with an average decision time of 61 days.

The most common types were tree works (34), full planning applications (24), listed building and heritage (13).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Laverstock?
In the last 24 months, 101 planning applications were submitted near Laverstock. The approval rate is 93%.
How long do planning decisions take near Laverstock?
The average planning decision time near Laverstock is 61 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 Laverstock?
The planning approval rate near Laverstock is 93%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Laverstock?
The most common type of planning application near Laverstock is tree works applications, with 34 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Laverstock?
You can search and track planning applications near Laverstock on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.