How long do planning decisions take near Murcott?

The average planning decision time near Murcott is 57 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 Murcott?

The planning approval rate near Murcott is 100%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Murcott?

The most common type of planning application near Murcott is full planning applications, with 3 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Murcott?

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Murcott, Wiltshire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Murcott, Wiltshire.

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

About Murcott

Crudwell is a charming village and civil parish located in north Wiltshire, England, situated approximately 4 miles from Malmesbury to the south-west and 8 miles from Cirencester to the north-east. The nearby Cotswold Airport adds to the area's accessibility, while Kemble village, just 4 miles away, provides the nearest railway station with connections to London Paddington and Gloucester. This strategic location makes Crudwell an attractive spot for potential planning applications and development opportunities.

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Area Information

Admin district: Wiltshire
Parliamentary constituency: South Cotswolds
LSOA: Wiltshire 005C

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-05.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Murcott.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Murcott based on the last 24 months of planning data.

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A brief summary of Murcott in Wiltshire

There were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period. This makes Murcott a particularly low-crime area.

Murcott has one conservation area within its boundaries: Crudwell. 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.

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Planning Activity in Murcott

In the last 24 months, 4 planning applications were submitted near Murcott. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 57 days.

This is notably above the national average of approximately 87%, suggesting a relatively permissive planning environment. Applicants near Murcott may find that well-prepared applications have a strong chance of success.

At 57 days on average, decisions near Murcott slightly exceed the 8-week statutory target for minor applications, though this is common across many councils.

The most common application types near Murcott were full planning applications (3), tree works (1). Full planning applications account for 75% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

In terms of development scale, 2 medium-scale applications, 2 smaller schemes were submitted.

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