How long do planning decisions take near Redlands?

The average planning decision time near Redlands 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 Redlands?

The planning approval rate near Redlands is 92%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Redlands?

The most common type of planning application near Redlands is discharge of conditions, with 8 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Redlands?

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Redlands, Wiltshire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Redlands, Wiltshire.

Wiltshire · England · settlement

Planning applications in Redlands are administered by Swindon Borough Council. View the full Swindon Borough Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.

About Redlands

Highworth is a historic market town and civil parish located in the Borough of Swindon, England, approximately 6 miles north-east of Swindon town centre, with a population of 8,258 as of the 2021 Census. Renowned for its striking Queen Anne and Georgian architecture from the 18th century, the town also features the 13th-century St. Michael and All Angels church. The parish encompasses the village of Sevenhampton and the hamlets of Hampton and Redlands, making it a significant area for planning applications and community development.

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £289,998 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: Swindon
Parliamentary constituency: Swindon North
LSOA: Swindon 001E

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-05.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Redlands.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Redlands based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

1 planning application found near Redlands.

- Redlands Park Swindon Road Highworth Swindon
Erection of a double garage (for Plot 69).
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Swindon | Date: 2023-04-15
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A brief summary of Redlands in Wiltshire

Property prices in Redlands show an average sale price of £289,998, 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 Redlands a particularly low-crime area.

Redlands has 3 conservation areas within its boundaries: Sevenhampton, Highworth, Hampton. 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 Redlands includes 2 Ancient Woodland sites. 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 Redlands

In the last 24 months, 24 planning applications were submitted near Redlands. Of these, 92% were approved, with an average decision time of 40 days.

This is slightly above the national average of approximately 87%, indicating a broadly favourable planning environment near Redlands.

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 Redlands were discharge of conditions (8), tree works (6), full planning applications (5).

In terms of development scale, 5 large-scale (major) developments, 17 smaller schemes were submitted. The high volume of major applications indicates significant development pressure in the area, which may interest property developers and investors.

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