How long do planning decisions take near Lower Blunsdon?

The average planning decision time near Lower Blunsdon is 62 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 Lower Blunsdon?

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

What types of planning applications are most common near Lower Blunsdon?

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

How can I track planning applications near Lower Blunsdon?

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Lower Blunsdon, Wiltshire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Lower Blunsdon, Wiltshire.

Wiltshire · England · settlement

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

About Lower Blunsdon

Lower Blunsdon is a civil parish located in the Borough of Swindon, Wiltshire, approximately 4 miles north of Swindon's centre. The area is bordered to the south by the A419 and features the village of Broad Blunsdon as its main settlement, with the hamlet of Broadbush now adjacent to it. Those researching planning applications in this region should note its proximity to key transport routes and surrounding developments.

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Area Information

Admin district: Swindon
Parliamentary constituency: Swindon North
LSOA: Swindon 008F

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Lower Blunsdon.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Lower Blunsdon based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

3 planning applications found near Lower Blunsdon.

S/TWC/26/0604 · Received: Tue 12 May 2026 · Validated: Tue 12 May 2026 - The Long Barn 2 Back Lane Blunsdon Swindon SN26 7BJ
Works to Tree within Conservation Area.
Status: Undecided | Council: Swindon | Date: 2026-05-12
- Longways Front Lane Blunsdon Swindon SN26 7BJ
Demolition of garage, erection of 1no dwelling (Class C3), detached dwelling and associated works.
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Swindon | Date: 2026-02-27
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- Land At The Ferns Front Lane Blunsdon Swindon SN26 7BJ
Discharge of Condition (3) External Materials (4) Planting Schedule (5) Boundary Treatment (7) Slab Levels (10) Cycle Storage (12) External Lighting from previous application S/25/1067.
Status: Conditions | Type: Conditions | Council: Swindon | Date: 2026-01-21
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A brief summary of Lower Blunsdon in Wiltshire

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

Lower Blunsdon has 3 conservation areas within its boundaries: Broad Blunsdon, Blunsdon St Andrew, Lower Blunsdon. 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 Lower Blunsdon 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.

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Planning Activity in Lower Blunsdon

In the last 24 months, 13 planning applications were submitted near Lower Blunsdon. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 62 days.

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

At 62 days on average, decisions near Lower Blunsdon slightly exceed the 8-week statutory target for minor applications, though this is common across many councils.

The most common application types near Lower Blunsdon were full planning applications (4), discharge of conditions (3), tree works (2). Full planning applications account for 31% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

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