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Planning in Shrewton

Approved
86%
12 of 13 decided
Decision time
about 11 weeks
on average

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

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Around Shrewton

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About Shrewton

Shrewton is a village and civil parish located on Salisbury Plain in Wiltshire, England, approximately 6 miles west of Amesbury and 14 miles north of Salisbury. Situated along the A360 road, which connects Stonehenge to Tilshead, Shrewton is near the source of the River Till, flowing south towards Stapleford. This strategic location may impact planning applications in the area, particularly those related to transport and environmental considerations. The settlement has a population of approximately 1,883 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Wiltshire district.

Property prices in Shrewton show an average sale price of £362,026, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry.

In terms of safety, there were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period (May 2026). This makes Shrewton a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Shrewton has 4 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Shrewton 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://shrewton.com/.

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To comment on or object to a planning application near Shrewton, 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, 18 planning applications were submitted near Shrewton. Of these, 86% were approved, with an average decision time of 80 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (8), tree works (3), listed building and heritage (2).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Shrewton?
In the last 24 months, 18 planning applications were submitted near Shrewton. The approval rate is 86%.
How long do planning decisions take near Shrewton?
The average planning decision time near Shrewton is 80 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 Shrewton?
The planning approval rate near Shrewton is 86%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Shrewton?
The most common type of planning application near Shrewton is full planning applications, with 8 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Shrewton?
You can search and track planning applications near Shrewton on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.