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Planning in Sopworth

Approved
100%
12 of 12 decided
Decision time
about 9 weeks
on average

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

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Around Sopworth

Postcode districts

SN14 287 applications in the last 12 monthsGL9 83 applications in the last 12 months

Applications in each district in the last 12 months.

Planning authority: Wiltshire Council

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About Sopworth

Sopworth is a quaint village and civil parish located in northwest Wiltshire, England, near the Gloucestershire border. Situated approximately 1.7 miles west of Sherston and 6.5 miles from Malmesbury, Sopworth is nestled within the picturesque Cotswolds Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, making it an attractive location for potential planning applications related to development and conservation. The settlement has a population of approximately 115 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Wiltshire district.

Property prices in Sopworth show an average sale price of £321,392, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Sopworth 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 Sopworth a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Sopworth has 3 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Sopworth 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 Sopworth, 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, 21 planning applications were submitted near Sopworth. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 63 days.

The most common types were tree works (6), discharge of conditions (3), full planning applications (2).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Sopworth?
In the last 24 months, 21 planning applications were submitted near Sopworth. The approval rate is 100%.
How long do planning decisions take near Sopworth?
The average planning decision time near Sopworth is 63 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 Sopworth?
The planning approval rate near Sopworth is 100%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Sopworth?
The most common type of planning application near Sopworth is tree works applications, with 6 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Sopworth?
You can search and track planning applications near Sopworth on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.