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30 applications received or decided in the last 90 days · within 1 km of the centre of Malmesbury · updated daily · Wiltshire Council

Showing 1 to 5 of 30 · received or decided in the last 90 days

2 Bonners Close, Malmesbury, SN16 9UFAwaiting decisionProposed extension to the existing front single storey element. 2 new parking spaces to the front and boundary fence to the rear.Householder planning permissionReceived 6 Nov 2026PL/2026/07117
Pittville, Bremilham Road, Malmesbury, SN16 0DQAwaiting decisionVariation of condition 2 (approved plans) on PL/2025/03305 to allow for amended site plan and designRemoval/variation of conditionsReceived 4 Nov 2026PL/2026/07078
Malmesbury Cricket Club, Worthies Lane, Malmesbury, SN16 9JXAwaiting decisionDemolition of the existing single-storey changing rooms and replacement with a similar single-storey timber-frame structure on the existing footprint.Full planning permissionReceived 4 Nov 2026PL/2026/05850
24-26 Kings Wall, Malmesbury, SN16 9BJAwaiting decisionProposed new WC at first-floor level, including a roof-mounted extract fan to the rear elevationListed building consentReceived 28 Oct 2026PL/2026/06906
The Old Bell Hotel, Abbey Row, Malmesbury, SN16 0BWAwaiting decisionAsh tree - in the terraced garden opposite the Bell Hotel - crown raise over the footpath to give 2.5m clearance from the groundNotification of proposed works to trees in a conservation areaReceived 26 Oct 2026PL/2026/06884

Planning in Malmesbury

Approved: 92%; 55 of 59 decided
Decision time: about 8 weeks; on average

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Malmesbury in the last 24 months, from Wiltshire Council's planning register.

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Around Malmesbury

Postcode districts

SN16 235 applications in the last 12 months

Applications in each district in the last 12 months.

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Planning authority: Wiltshire Council

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About Malmesbury

Malmesbury, located in north Wiltshire, England, is a historic town and civil parish positioned around 14 miles west of Swindon, 25 miles northeast of Bristol, and 9 miles north of Chippenham. The town's older section rests on a hilltop, nearly encircled by the upper waters of the Bristol Avon and its tributaries, making it a unique site for planning applications that take advantage of its scenic landscape and historical significance. The town has a population of approximately 5,968 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Wiltshire district.

Property prices in Malmesbury show an average sale price of £482,937, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Malmesbury 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 Malmesbury a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

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

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Malmesbury 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. Further local information can be found on the community website at https://www.malmesbury.gov.uk/.

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To comment on or object to a planning application near Malmesbury, 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, 81 planning applications were submitted near Malmesbury. Of these, 92% were approved, with an average decision time of 59 days.

The most common types were tree works (24), full planning applications (15), listed building and heritage (11).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Malmesbury?

In the last 24 months, 81 planning applications were submitted near Malmesbury. The approval rate is 92%.

How long do planning decisions take near Malmesbury?

The average planning decision time near Malmesbury is 59 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 Malmesbury?

The planning approval rate near Malmesbury is 92%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Malmesbury?

The most common type of planning application near Malmesbury is tree works applications, with 24 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Malmesbury?

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