How long do planning decisions take near Lye Green?

The average planning decision time near Lye Green is 51 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 Lye Green?

The planning approval rate near Lye Green is 86%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Lye Green?

The most common type of planning application near Lye Green is full planning applications, with 10 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Lye Green?

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Lye Green, Wiltshire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Lye Green, Wiltshire.

Wiltshire · England · settlement

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

About Lye Green

Westwood is a sizable village and civil parish located in west Wiltshire, England, situated approximately 1.4 miles (2.3 km) southwest of Bradford-on-Avon. Its strategic position makes it a notable area for planning applications, offering a blend of rural charm and accessibility to nearby urban amenities.

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £460,247 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: Wiltshire
Parliamentary constituency: Melksham and Devizes
LSOA: Wiltshire 027A

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-05.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Lye Green.

Keyword Scorecard

Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Lye Green.

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 Lye Green based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

5 planning applications found near Lye Green.

- Granby House, Elms Cross, Bradford On Avon, BA15 2AL
Change of use from agricultural land to be used as dog exercise facility (fully retrosepctive)
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Wiltshire | Date: 2026-01-16
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- The Yard, Westwood, Bradford on Avon, BA15 2AL
Resubmission for the renewal of the dog day care business, siting of a dog grooming pod and extension to the outside dog exercise area.
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Wiltshire | Date: 2026-01-08
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- Land at Elms Farm, Elms Cross, BA15 2AL
Erection of a self-build dwelling with hard and soft landscaping, parking and associated works following demolition of the existing agricultural barn.
Status: Rejected | Type: Full | Council: Wiltshire | Date: 2025-11-14
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- Brambles, 102 Lye Green, Upper Westwood, Bradford On Avon, BA15 2DT
Erection of one replacement dwelling, demolition of garage, new vehicular access, and associated landscaping
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Wiltshire | Date: 2025-11-14
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- 53, LOWER WESTWOOD, BRADFORD ON AVON, BA15 2AE
Cherry tree - Reduce the height by 1.5 meters and prune in the remaining canopy accordingly to leave a balanced framework for next spring. Sycamore tree - Pollard back to just behind the previous poin
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Wiltshire | Date: 2024-09-13
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A brief summary of Lye Green in Wiltshire

Property prices in Lye Green show an average sale price of £460,247, 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 Lye Green a particularly low-crime area.

Lye Green has 4 conservation areas within its boundaries: Bradford-on-Avon, Westwood, Turleigh, Avoncliff. 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 Lye Green includes 1 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Gripwood Quarry SSSI; 3 Ancient Woodland sites; 1 Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB): Cotswolds. 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 Lye Green

In the last 24 months, 22 planning applications were submitted near Lye Green. Of these, 86% were approved, with an average decision time of 51 days.

This is broadly in line with the national average of approximately 87%. Lye Green maintains a standard approach to planning decisions.

The average decision time of 51 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Lye Green were full planning applications (10), tree works (8), discharge of conditions (2). Full planning applications account for 45% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

In terms of development scale, 5 medium-scale applications, 17 smaller schemes were submitted.

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