How long do planning decisions take near Orcheston?

The average planning decision time near Orcheston is 40 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 Orcheston?

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

What types of planning applications are most common near Orcheston?

The most common type of planning application near Orcheston is tree works applications, with 1 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Orcheston?

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Orcheston, Wiltshire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Orcheston, Wiltshire.

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About Orcheston

Orcheston is a village and civil parish located in Wiltshire, England, just under a mile north-west of Shrewton on Salisbury Plain. The parish encompasses the former parishes of Orcheston St Mary and Orcheston St George, along with the hamlet of Elston. As of the 2011 census, Orcheston had a population of 327, making it a small but notable community for planning applications in the area.

Population: 327 (2021)

District: Wiltshire

Website: http://www.orchestonparishcouncil.com/

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Property Prices

Average property sale price: £368,019 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: Wiltshire
Parliamentary constituency: Salisbury
LSOA: Wiltshire 050A

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Orcheston.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Orcheston based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

2 planning applications found near Orcheston.

- QUAINTON, ORCHESTON, SALISBURY, SP3 4RP
Two mature Poplar trees - Pollard the tree nearest the house back to the point of previous pollarding (last done about 25 years ago) to reduce the weight and spread of the tree and keep it healthy for
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Wiltshire | Date: 2026-02-13
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- The Rookery, Road At Threepenny Bit South To Whatcombe Brow, Orcheston, Wiltshire, SP3 4RP.
T1 T2 T3 T4 T5 T6 T7 T8 Sycamore trees - Fell.
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Wiltshire | Date: 2023-04-25
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A brief summary of Orcheston in Wiltshire

Property prices in Orcheston show an average sale price of £368,019, 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 Orcheston a particularly low-crime area.

Orcheston has one conservation area within its boundaries: Orcheston. 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 Orcheston includes 1 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): River Till SSSI; 2 Special Areas of Conservation (SAC): River Avon. 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, Orcheston planning applications can be searched by entering a local postcode above. Further local information can be found on the community website at http://www.orchestonparishcouncil.com/. 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 Orcheston

In the last 24 months, 1 planning applications were submitted near Orcheston. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 40 days.

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

The average decision time of 40 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Orcheston were tree works (1). The significant number of tree-related applications is typical for areas with mature tree cover or active tree preservation orders.

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