How long do planning decisions take near Long Cross?

The average planning decision time near Long Cross is 47 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 Long Cross?

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

What types of planning applications are most common near Long Cross?

The most common type of planning application near Long Cross is full planning applications, with 4 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Long Cross?

You can search and track planning applications near Long Cross on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.

Long Cross, Wiltshire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Long Cross, Wiltshire.

Wiltshire · England · settlement

Planning applications in Long Cross are administered by Wiltshire Council. View the full Wiltshire Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.

About Long Cross

Zeals is a village and civil parish located in southwest Wiltshire, England, approximately 2.2 miles west of Mere, adjacent to the A303 road leading towards Wincanton. It shares borders with the villages of Bourton in Dorset and Penselwood in Somerset. The village's name is derived from the Old English term 'sealh,' referring to a small willow or sallow, highlighting its historical roots.

Enter a postcode to search for planning applications near Long Cross.

Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £307,432 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: Wiltshire
Parliamentary constituency: South West Wiltshire
LSOA: Wiltshire 047C

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Long Cross.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Long Cross based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

2 planning applications found near Long Cross.

- Longcross Cottage, 12 Longcross, Zeals, Warminster, BA12 6LJ
Install timber cladding to existing garage and reconfigure flat roof to pitched with plain tiles and install solar PV panels. Create log store to side of garage
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Wiltshire | Date: 2026-04-30
View full details
- Boyes Transport Yard, Longcross, Near Zeals, Warminster, BA12 6LL
Retrospective planning application for retention of welfare facilities and revisions to workshop building permitted by planning permission PL/2022/01499.
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Wiltshire | Date: 2026-04-13
View full details

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

A brief summary of Long Cross in Wiltshire

Property prices in Long Cross show an average sale price of £307,432, 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 Long Cross a particularly low-crime area.

Long Cross has 2 conservation areas within its boundaries: Zeals, Stourton. 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 Long Cross includes 3 Ancient Woodland sites; 1 Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB): Cranborne Chase & West Wiltshire 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, Long Cross 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 Long Cross

In the last 24 months, 5 planning applications were submitted near Long Cross. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 47 days.

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

The average decision time of 47 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Long Cross were full planning applications (4), tree works (1). Full planning applications account for 80% 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.