How long do planning decisions take near Startley?

The average planning decision time near Startley is 57 days. The statutory target is 8 weeks (56 days) for minor applications and 13 weeks for major applications.

What types of planning applications are most common near Startley?

The most common type of planning application near Startley is full planning applications, with 5 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Startley?

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Startley, Wiltshire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Startley, Wiltshire.

Wiltshire · England · settlement

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

About Startley

Great Somerford is a picturesque village and civil parish located in Dauntsey Vale, Wiltshire, England, situated near the south bank of the River Avon. Approximately 3.25 miles southeast of Malmesbury and 12 miles west of Swindon, the parish encompasses the hamlet of Startley and the area known as Seagry Heath, making it a noteworthy area for potential planning applications.

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Area Information

Admin district: Wiltshire
Parliamentary constituency: Chippenham
LSOA: Wiltshire 009E

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-05.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Startley.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Startley based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

5 planning applications found near Startley.

- Marsh Farm, Startley, Chippenham, SN15 5HG
Change of use of land to ancillary residential use
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Wiltshire | Date: 2026-07-02
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- Braefel, Startley, Chippenham, SN15 5HG
Single-storey extensions and associated improvements; New detached garage/carport.
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Wiltshire | Date: 2026-02-12
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- 1 The Laurels, Startley, Chippenham, SN15 5HF
New single storey rear extension, new windows, new timber gates and garden shed.
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Wiltshire | Date: 2026-01-22
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- MARSHLANDS, STARTLEY, CHIPPENHAM, SN15 5HG
Replacement of a stable block with a single storey outbuilding for use as a gym, office and games room. The outbuilding will not be habitable accommodation and will provide additional amenity to the m
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Wiltshire | Date: 2025-10-27
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- MARSHLANDS, STARTLEY, CHIPPENHAM, SN15 5HG
Two Storey Rear and Side Extension
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Wiltshire | Date: 2025-08-29
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A brief summary of Startley in Wiltshire

There were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period. This makes Startley a particularly low-crime area.

Startley has one conservation area within its boundaries: Rodbourne. Planning applications within or near this conservation area 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 Startley includes 1 Ancient Woodland site. These designations may affect planning decisions, as proposals near protected sites require environmental impact assessment and may face additional restrictions.

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Planning Activity in Startley

In the last 24 months, 5 planning applications were submitted near Startley. The average decision time was 57 days.

At 57 days on average, decisions near Startley slightly exceed the 8-week statutory target for minor applications, though this is common across many councils.

The most common application types near Startley were full planning applications (5). Full planning applications account for 100% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

In terms of development scale, 1 medium-scale application, 4 smaller schemes were submitted.

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