How long do planning decisions take near Stapleford?

The average planning decision time near Stapleford is 36 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 Stapleford?

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

What types of planning applications are most common near Stapleford?

The most common type of planning application near Stapleford is full planning applications, with 2 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Stapleford?

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Stapleford, Wiltshire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Stapleford, Wiltshire.

Wiltshire · England · settlement

Planning applications in Stapleford are administered by Wiltshire Council. View the full Wiltshire Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.

About Stapleford

Stapleford is a village and civil parish located approximately 4 miles north of Wilton in Wiltshire, England. Nestled along the River Till, the village lies just upstream from where it meets the River Wylye, making it an area of interest for planning applications related to river management and development within a scenic rural setting.

Population: 259 (2021)

District: Wiltshire

Website: https://www.staplefordwiltspc.org.uk/

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £362,026 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: Wiltshire
Parliamentary constituency: Salisbury
LSOA: Wiltshire 054B

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-05.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Stapleford.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Stapleford based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

3 planning applications found near Stapleford.

- THATCHERS COTTAGE, BERWICK ROAD, STAPLEFORD, SALISBURY, SP3 4LJ
T1 Norway Spruce - Fell. T2 Cherry sp. - Fell. T3 Italian Cypress - Fell.
Status: Undecided | Type: Trees | Council: Wiltshire | Date: 2026-07-08
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- IVY COTTAGE, BERWICK ROAD, STAPLEFORD, SALISBURY, SP3 4LN
T1 T2 Ash tree - Fell.
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Wiltshire | Date: 2025-12-02
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- ALMAY, BUTTS HILL, STAPLEFORD, SALISBURY, SP3 4LQ
Proposed single storey front extension
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Wiltshire | Date: 2024-05-17
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A brief summary of Stapleford in Wiltshire

Property prices in Stapleford show an average sale price of £362,026, 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 Stapleford a particularly low-crime area.

Stapleford has 2 conservation areas within its boundaries: Berwick St James, Stapleford. 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 Stapleford includes 3 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Ebsbury Down SSSI, River Avon System SSSI, River Till SSSI; 1 Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB): Cranborne Chase & West Wiltshire Downs; 1 Special Areas of Conservation (SAC): River Avon. These designations may affect planning decisions, as proposals near protected sites require environmental impact assessment and may face additional restrictions.

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

In the last 24 months, 5 planning applications were submitted near Stapleford. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 36 days.

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

The average decision time of 36 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Stapleford were full planning applications (2), tree works (2), discharge of conditions (1). Full planning applications account for 40% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

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