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Planning in Lower Wanborough

Approved
90%
35 of 36 decided
Decision time
about 13 weeks
on average

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Lower Wanborough in the last 24 months, from Swindon Borough Council's planning register.

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About Lower Wanborough

Lower Wanborough is a sizable village and civil parish located in the borough of Swindon, Wiltshire, approximately 3.5 miles southeast of Swindon town centre. The village features a central settlement along the High Street, while Upper Wanborough sits on elevated terrain to the southwest. The parish also encompasses the hamlets of Horpit and Foxhill, situated about 1.5 miles to the southeast, making it an area of interest for planning applications and community development.

There are currently no active flood warnings for the Lower Wanborough 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 Lower Wanborough a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Lower Wanborough has 1 nature designation nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Lower Wanborough 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.

To comment on or object to a planning application near Lower Wanborough, 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, 52 planning applications were submitted near Lower Wanborough. Of these, 90% were approved, with an average decision time of 94 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (13), tree works (7), outline applications (4).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Lower Wanborough?
In the last 24 months, 52 planning applications were submitted near Lower Wanborough. The approval rate is 90%.
How long do planning decisions take near Lower Wanborough?
The average planning decision time near Lower Wanborough is 94 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 Wanborough?
The planning approval rate near Lower Wanborough is 90%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Lower Wanborough?
The most common type of planning application near Lower Wanborough is full planning applications, with 13 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Lower Wanborough?
You can search and track planning applications near Lower Wanborough on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.