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Planning in North Wraxall

Approved
95%
21 of 21 decided
Decision time
about 9 weeks
on average

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

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Around North Wraxall

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About North Wraxall

North Wraxall is a quaint village and civil parish located in Wiltshire, England, approximately 6 miles west of Chippenham, just off the A420 road connecting Chippenham to Bristol. It encompasses the village of Ford and the hamlets of Upper Wraxall, Mountain Bower, and The Shoe, with a total population of 372 as of the 2021 census. This picturesque area may provide interesting opportunities for planning applications, given its rural character and proximity to larger towns. The settlement has a population of approximately 373 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Wiltshire district.

Property prices in North Wraxall show an average sale price of £321,392, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the North Wraxall 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 North Wraxall a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around North Wraxall has 12 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, North Wraxall 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://northwraxall-pc.gov.uk/.

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To comment on or object to a planning application near North Wraxall, 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, 24 planning applications were submitted near North Wraxall. Of these, 95% were approved, with an average decision time of 65 days.

The most common types were tree works (12), full planning applications (3), listed building and heritage (3).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near North Wraxall?
In the last 24 months, 24 planning applications were submitted near North Wraxall. The approval rate is 95%.
How long do planning decisions take near North Wraxall?
The average planning decision time near North Wraxall is 65 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 North Wraxall?
The planning approval rate near North Wraxall is 95%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near North Wraxall?
The most common type of planning application near North Wraxall is tree works applications, with 12 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near North Wraxall?
You can search and track planning applications near North Wraxall on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.