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Planning in Pewsey

Approved
92%
22 of 22 decided
Decision time
about 7 weeks
on average

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

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About Pewsey

Pewsey is a village and civil parish located in the heart of the Vale of Pewsey in Wiltshire, approximately 6 miles south of Marlborough and 71 miles west-southwest of London. Accessible via the M4 motorway and the A303, it is also well-connected by rail with Pewsey railway station on the Reading to Taunton line, making it a convenient location for planning applications and developments in the area. The settlement has a population of approximately 3,790 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Wiltshire district.

Property prices in Pewsey show an average sale price of £341,900, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Pewsey 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 Pewsey a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Pewsey has 5 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Pewsey 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 http://www.pewsey-uk.co.uk/.

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To comment on or object to a planning application near Pewsey, 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, 35 planning applications were submitted near Pewsey. Of these, 92% were approved, with an average decision time of 47 days.

The most common types were tree works (10), full planning applications (9), listed building and heritage (3).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Pewsey?
In the last 24 months, 35 planning applications were submitted near Pewsey. The approval rate is 92%.
How long do planning decisions take near Pewsey?
The average planning decision time near Pewsey is 47 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 Pewsey?
The planning approval rate near Pewsey is 92%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Pewsey?
The most common type of planning application near Pewsey is tree works applications, with 10 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Pewsey?
You can search and track planning applications near Pewsey on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.