Lydiard Millicent, Wiltshire Planning Applications
Recent planning applications near Lydiard Millicent, Wiltshire.
Wiltshire · England · settlement
About Lydiard Millicent
Lydiard Millicent is a picturesque village and civil parish located in Wiltshire, England, approximately 3.5 miles west of Swindon's centre. The parish includes several hamlets, such as Lydiard Green, Lydiard Plain, Greatfield, and Green Hill, and it extends to Common Platt in the northeast, which is now adjacent to the Peatmoor area of Swindon. This charming locality offers a mix of rural living and proximity to urban amenities, making it a relevant area for planning applications.
Population: 1,647 (2021)
District: Wiltshire
Website: http://www.lydiardmillicent-pc.gov.uk/
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Town Insights
Property Prices
Average property sale price: £294,394 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).
Area Information
- Admin district: Swindon
- Parliamentary constituency: Swindon South
- LSOA: Swindon 018C
Crime Statistics
0 crimes reported in 2026-02.
Flood Risk
No active flood warnings near Lydiard Millicent.
Keyword Scorecard
Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Lydiard Millicent.
- 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 Lydiard Millicent based on the last 24 months of planning data.
Nearby Applications
7 planning applications found near Lydiard Millicent.
- - LYDIARD FARM, THE STREET, LYDIARD MILLICENT, SWINDON, SN5 3LU
4 Conifer trees - Fell.
Status: Undecided | Type: Trees | Council: Wiltshire | Date: 2026-04-10
View full details - - Manor House, Church Place, Lydiard Millicent, Swindon, SN5 3LS
Proposed swimming pool, pool house and external works
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Wiltshire | Date: 2026-02-24
View full details - - 4 Cherry Brier Close, Lydiard Millicent, Swindon, SN5 3NT
Single-storey rear extension.
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Wiltshire | Date: 2026-01-30
View full details - - MANOR HOUSE, CHURCH PLACE, LYDIARD MILLICENT, SWINDON, SN5 3LS
T1 White May - Fell to ground level. T2 Acer - Crown reduction of up to 30–35%, biased towards the side placing tension on the existing cable bracing system. T3 Lime - Crown reduction of up to 40 % to
Status: Conditions | Type: Trees | Council: Wiltshire | Date: 2026-01-27
View full details - - MANOR HOUSE, CHURCH PLACE, LYDIARD MILLICENT, SWINDON, SN5 3LS
T5 Goat Willow & T7 Yew - Fell; T6 Liquid Amber - Relocate tree; T8 Yew - Crown reduction of up to 40%.
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Wiltshire | Date: 2026-01-27
View full details - - Lydiard Farm, The Street, Lydiard Millicent, Swindon, SN5 3LU
Variation of conditions 2 & 3 of planning permission PL/2025/06065 to change the approved windows and doors material from timber to UPVC timber effect
Status: Conditions | Type: Conditions | Council: Wiltshire | Date: 2025-11-14
View full details - - 84 Chestnut Springs, Lydiard Millicent, Swindon, SN5 3NB
Non Material Amendment to PL/2023/00416 - All changes have been made: 1. Changing one window in the back dormer/bedroom to a Juliet style door whilst moving the location slightly to the right (if look
Status: Conditions | Type: Amendment | Council: Wiltshire | Date: 2024-10-04
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A brief summary of Lydiard Millicent in Wiltshire
Lydiard Millicent is a picturesque village and civil parish located in Wiltshire, England, approximately 3.5 miles west of Swindon's centre. The parish includes several hamlets, such as Lydiard Green, Lydiard Plain, Greatfield, and Green Hill, and it extends to Common Platt in the northeast, which is now adjacent to the Peatmoor area of Swindon. This charming locality offers a mix of rural living and proximity to urban amenities, making it a relevant area for planning applications. The settlement has a population of approximately 1,647 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Wiltshire district.
Property prices in Lydiard Millicent show an average sale price of £294,394, 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 Lydiard Millicent a particularly low-crime area.
Lydiard Millicent has 3 conservation areas within its boundaries: Purton, Lydiard Green, Lydiard Millicent. 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 Lydiard Millicent includes 2 Ancient Woodland sites. 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, Lydiard Millicent planning applications can be searched by entering a local postcode above. Further local information can be found on the community website at http://www.lydiardmillicent-pc.gov.uk/. 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 Lydiard Millicent
In the last 24 months, 17 planning applications were submitted near Lydiard Millicent. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 71 days.
This is notably above the national average of approximately 87%, suggesting a relatively permissive planning environment. Applicants near Lydiard Millicent may find that well-prepared applications have a strong chance of success.
The average decision period of 71 days exceeds the 8-week target for minor applications but falls within the 13-week target for major schemes. Applicants should plan for approximately 11 weeks from submission to decision.
The most common application types near Lydiard Millicent were full planning applications (9), tree works (3), amendments (2). Full planning applications account for 53% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.
In terms of development scale, 1 large-scale (major) development, 4 medium-scale applications, 12 smaller schemes were submitted.
Nearby Towns
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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.