How long do planning decisions take near South Marston?

The average planning decision time near South Marston is 34 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 South Marston?

The planning approval rate near South Marston is 100%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near South Marston?

The most common type of planning application near South Marston is discharge of conditions, with 13 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near South Marston?

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South Marston, Wiltshire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near South Marston, Wiltshire.

Wiltshire · England · settlement

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

About South Marston

South Marston is a picturesque village and civil parish located in the Borough of Swindon, Wiltshire, approximately 3 miles (5 km) northeast of Swindon town centre. This charming community offers a blend of rural character and proximity to urban amenities, making it a relevant area for those researching planning applications and development opportunities.

Population: 862 (2021)

District: Swindon

Website: https://southmarston.org.uk/

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £294,394 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: Swindon
Parliamentary constituency: Swindon South
LSOA: Swindon 013A

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near South Marston.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 South Marston based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

2 planning applications found near South Marston.

- 15 Highworth Road South Marston Swindon SN3 4SF
Erection of proposed first floor rear extension.
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Swindon | Date: 2026-04-15
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- Burton Grove Farm Highworth Road South Marston Swindon SN3 4SG
Change of use of swimming pool building to 2no. dwellings.
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Swindon | Date: 2024-12-11
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A brief summary of South Marston in Wiltshire

Property prices in South Marston show an average sale price of £294,394, 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 South Marston a particularly low-crime area.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, South Marston planning applications can be searched by entering a local postcode above. Further local information can be found on the community website at https://southmarston.org.uk/. 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.

Planning Activity in South Marston

In the last 24 months, 28 planning applications were submitted near South Marston. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 34 days.

This is notably above the national average of approximately 87%, suggesting a relatively permissive planning environment. Applicants near South Marston may find that well-prepared applications have a strong chance of success.

The average decision time of 34 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near South Marston were discharge of conditions (13), full planning applications (7), outline applications (3).

In terms of development scale, 2 large-scale (major) developments, 2 medium-scale applications, 22 smaller schemes were submitted.

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