How long do planning decisions take near New Town (SN1)?

The average planning decision time near New Town (SN1) is 55 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 New Town (SN1)?

The planning approval rate near New Town (SN1) is 85%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near New Town (SN1)?

The most common type of planning application near New Town (SN1) is full planning applications, with 99 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near New Town (SN1)?

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New Town (SN1), Wiltshire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near New Town (SN1), Wiltshire.

Wiltshire · England · settlement

Planning applications in New Town (SN1) are administered by Swindon Borough Council. View the full Swindon Borough Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.

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Area Information

Admin district: Swindon
Parliamentary constituency: Swindon South
LSOA: Swindon 017A

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-05.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near New Town (SN1).

Keyword Scorecard

Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near New Town (SN1).

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 New Town (SN1) based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

167 planning applications found near New Town (SN1).

S/ADV/26/0827 · Received: Mon 29 Jun 2026 · Validated: Mon 29 Jun 2026 - Service Station Fleming Way Swindon SN1 2NG
Erection of 1 no. D6 Small Format Advertisement Display.
Status: Undecided | Council: Swindon | Date: 2026-06-29
- Fleming Way Services Fleming Way Swindon SN1 2NG
Discharge of Conditions 3 (Surface Water Drainage Scheme) and 4 (Surface Water Drainage Maintenance Scheme) from Planning Application S/26/0054 - Provision of two jet washes, three valeting bays and a
Status: Undecided | Type: Conditions | Council: Swindon | Date: 2026-06-29
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- Service Station Fleming Way Swindon SN1 2NG
Erection of 1 no. D6 Small Format Advertisement Display.
Status: Undecided | Type: Advertising | Council: Swindon | Date: 2026-06-29
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S/COND/26/0829 · Received: Mon 29 Jun 2026 · Validated: Mon 29 Jun 2026 - Fleming Way Services Fleming Way Swindon SN1 2NG
Discharge of Conditions 3 (Surface Water Drainage Scheme) and 4 (Surface Water Drainage Maintenance Scheme) from Planning Application S/26/0054 - Provision of two jet washes, three valeting bays and a
Status: Undecided | Council: Swindon | Date: 2026-06-29
- 28 Regent Street Swindon SN1 1QB
Installation of illuminated fascia signs.
Status: Undecided | Type: Advertising | Council: Swindon | Date: 2026-06-17
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S/26/0777 · Received: Wed 17 Jun 2026 · Validated: Wed 17 Jun 2026 - 28 Regent Street Swindon SN1 1QB
Installation of replacement ATM.
Status: Undecided | Council: Swindon | Date: 2026-06-17
- 28 Regent Street Swindon SN1 1QB
Installation of replacement ATM.
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Swindon | Date: 2026-06-17
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S/ADV/26/0778 · Received: Wed 17 Jun 2026 · Validated: Wed 17 Jun 2026 - 28 Regent Street Swindon SN1 1QB
Installation of illuminated fascia signs.
Status: Undecided | Council: Swindon | Date: 2026-06-17
- 58 Regent Street Swindon SN1 1JS
New shop front design and installation to existing High Street retail unit.
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Swindon | Date: 2026-06-05
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S/26/0721 · Received: Fri 05 Jun 2026 · Validated: Fri 05 Jun 2026 - 58 Regent Street Swindon SN1 1JS
New shop front design and installation to existing High Street retail unit.
Status: Undecided | Council: Swindon | Date: 2026-06-05
S/26/0683 · Received: Thu 28 May 2026 · Validated: Thu 28 May 2026 - 36 Regent Circus Swindon SN1 1UQ
Change of use from commercial/offices (Class E) to 9no residential flats (Class C3) with two storey rear extension, 1no commercial unit and associated works.
Status: Undecided | Council: Swindon | Date: 2026-05-28
- 48 Newcastle Street Swindon SN1 2LQ
Certificate of Lawfulness (proposed) for the Change of Use from Dwelling (Class C3) to a short-term let (Class C5), providing short term accommodation for visitors.
Status: Undecided | Type: Outline | Council: Swindon | Date: 2026-05-27
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S/LDP/26/0665 · Received: Wed 27 May 2026 · Validated: Wed 27 May 2026 - 48 Newcastle Street Swindon SN1 2LQ
Certificate of Lawfulness (proposed) for the Change of Use from Dwelling (Class C3) to a short-term let (Class C5), providing short term accommodation for visitors.
Status: Undecided | Council: Swindon | Date: 2026-05-27
- 210 Drove Road Swindon SN1 3AG
Change of Use to a 9 no. bedroom HMO (Sui Generis).
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Swindon | Date: 2026-05-20
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S/S37/26/7000 · Received: Wed 20 May 2026 · Validated: Wed 20 May 2026 - 33 Beckhampton Street Swindon SN1 2JY
S/S37/26/7000
Status: Undecided | Council: Swindon | Date: 2026-05-20
- 33 Beckhampton Street Swindon SN1 2JY
Status: Undecided | Council: Swindon | Date: 2026-05-20
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S/COND/26/0637 · Received: Mon 18 May 2026 · Validated: Mon 18 May 2026 - Trinity Hall Victoria Road Old Town Swindon SN1 3AL
Discharge Condition 3 (Cycle Storage) from previous application S/26/0336.
Status: Undecided | Council: Swindon | Date: 2026-05-18
S/26/0633 · Received: Mon 18 May 2026 · Validated: Mon 18 May 2026 - 4 Victoria Road Old Town Swindon SN1 3AJ
Change of use from Bar (sui generis) to general shop E (a) on ground floor and associated storage on first floor.
Status: Undecided | Council: Swindon | Date: 2026-05-18
- Trinity Hall Victoria Road Old Town Swindon SN1 3AL
Discharge Condition 3 (Cycle Storage) from previous application S/26/0336.
Status: Undecided | Type: Conditions | Council: Swindon | Date: 2026-05-18
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- 4 Victoria Road Old Town Swindon SN1 3AJ
Change of use from Bar (sui generis) to general shop E (a) on ground floor and associated storage on first floor.
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Swindon | Date: 2026-05-18
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A brief summary of New Town (SN1) in Wiltshire

New Town (SN1) is a settlement located in Wiltshire, England.

There were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period. This makes New Town (SN1) a particularly low-crime area.

New Town (SN1) has 5 conservation areas within its boundaries: Swindon Town Gardens, Swindon Old Town, Swindon Devizes Road, Swindon’s Railway Conservation Area, Swindon Prospect Place. 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 New Town (SN1) includes 3 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Okus Quarry SSSI, Old Town Railway Cutting, Swindon SSSI, Great Quarry, Swindon SSSI; 1 Ancient Woodland site. 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 New Town (SN1)

In the last 24 months, 211 planning applications were submitted near New Town (SN1). Of these, 85% were approved, with an average decision time of 55 days.

This is broadly in line with the national average of approximately 87%. New Town (SN1) maintains a standard approach to planning decisions.

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 New Town (SN1) were full planning applications (99), outline applications (22), tree works (19). 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, 8 large-scale (major) developments, 175 smaller schemes were submitted. The high volume of major applications indicates significant development pressure in the area, which may interest property developers and investors.

Application Outcomes

Approved: 90 applications
Refused: 12 applications
Withdrawn: 4 applications
Awaiting decision: 105 applications

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