How long do planning decisions take near Milbourne?

The average planning decision time near Milbourne is 67 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 Milbourne?

The planning approval rate near Milbourne is 50%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Milbourne?

The most common type of planning application near Milbourne is full planning applications, with 7 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Milbourne?

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Milbourne, Wiltshire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Milbourne, Wiltshire.

Wiltshire · England · settlement

Planning applications in Milbourne are administered by Swindon Borough Council. View the full Swindon Borough Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.

About Milbourne

Milbourne is a hamlet located on the eastern fringe of Malmesbury in Wiltshire, England, and falls within the civil parish of St Paul Malmesbury Without. This quaint settlement offers a blend of rural charm and proximity to the amenities of Malmesbury, making it an area of interest for those researching planning applications and developments.

District: St. Paul Malmesbury Without

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £482,937 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: Wiltshire
Parliamentary constituency: South Cotswolds
LSOA: Wiltshire 002A

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-05.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Milbourne.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Milbourne based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

4 planning applications found near Milbourne.

- Land adjacent to Rossley House, Milbourne, Malmesbury, SN16 9JA
Discharge of condition 9 of planning application PL/2024/02250 - External lighting Technical details application for 1 dwelling for Permission in Principle application approved under Appeal ref APP/Y3
Status: Permitted | Type: Conditions | Council: Wiltshire | Date: 2026-01-13
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- ELCHAR, 15 MILBOURNE LANE, MILBOURNE, MALMESBURY, SN16 9JH
Proposed front and rear extensions, to include remodelling of existing roof and general refurbishment.
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Wiltshire | Date: 2025-02-26
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- Southfields, Milbourne, Malmesbury, SN16 9JB
Change of use of annex building from ancillary to independent accommodation and ancillary use.
Status: Withdrawn | Type: Full | Council: Wiltshire | Date: 2025-02-20
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- The Bungalow, Milbourne, Malmesbury, SN16 9JA
Single storey side extension to West of dwelling
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Wiltshire | Date: 2024-10-07
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A brief summary of Milbourne in Wiltshire

Property prices in Milbourne show an average sale price of £482,937, 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 Milbourne a particularly low-crime area.

Milbourne has 2 conservation areas within its boundaries: Malmesbury, Lea. 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 Milbourne 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.

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Planning Activity in Milbourne

In the last 24 months, 15 planning applications were submitted near Milbourne. Of these, 50% were approved, with an average decision time of 67 days.

This is below the national average of approximately 87%, which may reflect stricter local policies, sensitivity of the area, or higher levels of speculative applications. Pre-application advice is particularly worthwhile near Milbourne.

At 67 days on average, decisions near Milbourne slightly exceed the 8-week statutory target for minor applications, though this is common across many councils.

The most common application types near Milbourne were full planning applications (7), tree works (5), outline applications (1). Full planning applications account for 47% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

In terms of development scale, 4 medium-scale applications, 11 smaller schemes were submitted.

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