Marshfield, Gloucestershire Planning Applications
Recent planning applications near Marshfield, Gloucestershire.
Gloucestershire · England · settlement
Planning applications in Marshfield are administered by South Gloucestershire Council. View the full South Gloucestershire Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.
About Marshfield
Marshfield is a picturesque village located in South Gloucestershire, England, near the borders of Wiltshire and Somerset. Its name, derived from the Old English word "march," translates to "Border Field," reflecting its historical significance rather than any association with marshy land. This charming community may present unique opportunities and considerations for planning applications, given its strategic location and rich heritage.
Population: 1,584 (2021)
District: South Gloucestershire
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Town Insights
Property Prices
Average property sale price: £321,392 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).
Area Information
- Admin district: Wiltshire
- Parliamentary constituency: Melksham and Devizes
- LSOA: Wiltshire 017D
Crime Statistics
0 crimes reported in 2026-05.
Flood Risk
No active flood warnings near Marshfield.
Keyword Scorecard
Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Marshfield.
- 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 Marshfield based on the last 24 months of planning data.
Nearby Applications
25 planning applications found near Marshfield.
- - 95 High Street Marshfield South Gloucestershire SN14 8LT
Works to crown reduce 1no Jacquemontii birch Tree by 2m in height, crown lift by 2m and crown thin by 20% all within Marshfiled conservation area.
Status: Undecided | Type: Trees | Council: South Gloucestershire | Date: 2026-06-15
View full details - - 4 Tanners Court Tanners Lane Marshfield South Gloucestershire SN14 8BF
Demolition of existing detached garage and erection of two storey side extension to provide additional living accommodation.
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: South Gloucestershire | Date: 2026-05-08
View full details - - 5 Andrews Drive Marshfield South Gloucestershire SN14 8FN
Works to Crown Reduce 3.no Cherry Trees by 2m to leave a finished height of 3m. Works to fell 1.no Cherry Tree (T1) Trees situated within Marshifeld Conservation Area.
Status: Undecided | Type: Trees | Council: South Gloucestershire | Date: 2026-04-21
View full details - - Tin Barn High Street Marshfield South Gloucestershire SN14 8LU
Installation of solar film PV panels on south facing roof.
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: South Gloucestershire | Date: 2026-04-13
View full details - - 112A High Street Marshfield South Gloucestershire SN14 8LS
Works to fell 2.no Ash Trees and 1.no Acer Tree. Works to crown reduce 1.no Beech Tree by 2m and works to crown reduce 1.no Holly Tree by 1m. Trees situated within the Marshfield conservation area.
Status: Undecided | Type: Trees | Council: South Gloucestershire | Date: 2026-04-09
View full details - - The Paddocks 3 Robbins Close Marshfield South Gloucestershire SN14 8NE
Variation of condition 4 attached to permission P25/02942/HH to amend the wording of the condition. Demolition of existing garage/workshop. Erection of single storey side and rear wrap around extensio
Status: Conditions | Type: Amendment | Council: South Gloucestershire | Date: 2026-03-13
View full details - - 128 High Street Marshfield South Gloucestershire SN14 8LU
Works to fell 1.no Oak Tree (T1). Tree situated within Marshfield Conservation Area.
Status: Undecided | Type: Trees | Council: South Gloucestershire | Date: 2026-03-03
View full details - - 82 High Street Marshfield South Gloucestershire SN14 8LS
Installation of 1No. 8kW Air Source Heat Pump (ASHP) in rear courtyard.
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: South Gloucestershire | Date: 2026-02-23
View full details - - Land At And North Of 136 High Street Marshfield South Gloucestershire SN14 8LU
Dischage of condition 11 (Verification Report) attached to permission P22/05909/F - Demolition of existing outbuilding; conversion and extension of existing building to form 2 no. dwellings with a det
Status: Conditions | Type: Conditions | Council: South Gloucestershire | Date: 2026-01-29
View full details - - 16 Hibbs Close Marshfield South Gloucestershire SN14 8LN
Erection of two storey side and single storey rear extension to form additional living accommodation.
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: South Gloucestershire | Date: 2026-01-28
View full details - - 29 High Street Marshfield South Gloucestershire SN14 8LR
Erection of a single storey rear extension to form additional living accommodation. Installation of solar panels to east and west roof slopes. Installation of 1no. Air Source Heat Pump (ASHP) and inst
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: South Gloucestershire | Date: 2025-12-19
View full details - - 29 High Street Marshfield South Gloucestershire SN14 8LR
Internal and external alterations with the infilling of door way on north elevation; enlargement of window opening into doorway on west elevation; replacement of the sashes and modern casements in the
Status: Undecided | Type: Heritage | Council: South Gloucestershire | Date: 2025-12-19
View full details - - The Paddocks 3 Robbins Close Marshfield South Gloucestershire SN14 8NE
Demolition of existing garage/workshop. Erection of single storey side and rear wrap around extension to form additional living accommodation. Erection of front porch. Removal of front low stone walI
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: South Gloucestershire | Date: 2025-12-19
View full details - - 136 High Street Marshfield SN14 8LU
Non-material amendment to planning permission P22/05909/F to reduce the entrance timber adjacent to front door, glazing bar adjusted, rooflight added to Bedroom 1, velux removed and dormer width incre
Status: Permitted | Type: Amendment | Council: South Gloucestershire | Date: 2025-12-10
View full details - - Coach House 25 Robbins Close Marshfield South Gloucestershire SN14 8NE
Works to fell 1.no Bay Tree. Tree situated within Marshfield Conservation Area.
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: South Gloucestershire | Date: 2025-12-02
View full details - - Land At And North Of 136 High Street Marshfield South Gloucestershire SN14 8LU
Discharge of condition Condition 11 (Verification Report) attached to Planning Permission P22/05909/F. Demolition of existing outbuilding; conversion and extension of existing building to form 2 no. d
Status: Conditions | Type: Conditions | Council: South Gloucestershire | Date: 2025-11-28
View full details - - Ruxleigh Farm Sheepfair Lane Marshfield South Gloucestershire SN14 8NA
Works to fell 1no. ash tree situated in the Marshfield Conservation Area.
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: South Gloucestershire | Date: 2025-09-22
View full details - - 139 High Street Marshfield South Gloucestershire SN14 8LU
Works to fell 1no Holly Tree and 2no Birch Trees all within Marshfield conservation area.
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: South Gloucestershire | Date: 2025-04-29
View full details - - 139 High Street Marshfield South Gloucestershire SN14 8LU
Works to 1no Eucalyptus Tree (T1) to crown reduce to leave a height of 1m. Works to fell 6no Conifer Trees (T2,T3,T4,T5,T8,T9) ,1no Chestnut Tree (T6), 1no Field Maple Tree (T7), and fell 1no Conifer
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: South Gloucestershire | Date: 2025-03-28
View full details - - 2B Sheepfair Lane Marshfield South Gloucestershire SN14 8NA
Demolition of 2no. remaining walls and erection of 1no. replacement dwelling.
Status: Conditions | Type: Heritage | Council: South Gloucestershire | Date: 2025-02-04
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A brief summary of Marshfield in Gloucestershire
Marshfield is a picturesque village located in South Gloucestershire, England, near the borders of Wiltshire and Somerset. Its name, derived from the Old English word "march," translates to "Border Field," reflecting its historical significance rather than any association with marshy land. This charming community may present unique opportunities and considerations for planning applications, given its strategic location and rich heritage. The settlement has a population of approximately 1,584 (2021 estimate). It sits within the South Gloucestershire district.
Property prices in Marshfield show an average sale price of £321,392, 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 Marshfield a particularly low-crime area.
Marshfield has one conservation area within its boundaries: Marshfield. Planning applications within or near this conservation area 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 Marshfield includes 1 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): St. Catherine's Valley SSSI; 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.
For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Marshfield 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.
Planning Activity in Marshfield
In the last 24 months, 27 planning applications were submitted near Marshfield. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 55 days.
This is notably above the national average of approximately 87%, suggesting a relatively permissive planning environment. Applicants near Marshfield may find that well-prepared applications have a strong chance of success.
The average decision time of 55 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.
The most common application types near Marshfield were tree works (11), full planning applications (7), listed building and heritage (3). The significant number of tree-related applications is typical for areas with mature tree cover or active tree preservation orders.
In terms of development scale, 1 medium-scale application, 26 smaller schemes were submitted.
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