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Planning in Semley

Only 5 decisions near Semley in the last 2 years, too few to judge an approval rate.

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Semley in the last 24 months, from Swindon Borough Council's planning register.

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About Semley

Semley is a picturesque village located in Wiltshire, England, approximately 3 miles northeast of Shaftesbury in Dorset. It is part of the parish of Sedgehill and Semley, and the nearby hamlet of Sem Hill is situated just a quarter of a mile to the west. As of 1961, the village had a population of 477, making it a small yet vibrant community, ideal for those considering planning applications in the area. It sits within the Sedgehill and Semley district.

Property prices in Semley show an average sale price of £344,189, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Semley 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 Semley a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Semley has 21 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Semley 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.

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To comment on or object to a planning application near Semley, 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, 8 planning applications were submitted near Semley.

The most common types were listed building and heritage (3), full planning applications (2), outline applications (1).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Semley?
In the last 24 months, 8 planning applications were submitted near Semley.
What types of planning applications are most common near Semley?
The most common type of planning application near Semley is listed building consent applications, with 3 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Semley?
You can search and track planning applications near Semley on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.