How long do planning decisions take near Stert?

The average planning decision time near Stert is 35 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 Stert?

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

What types of planning applications are most common near Stert?

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

How can I track planning applications near Stert?

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Stert, Wiltshire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Stert, Wiltshire.

Wiltshire · England · settlement

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

About Stert

Stert is a quaint village and civil parish located in Wiltshire, England, just 2 miles northwest of the town of Devizes. This proximity to Devizes makes Stert an appealing option for those considering planning applications in the area, offering a blend of rural charm and accessibility to local amenities.

Population: 176 (2021)

District: Wiltshire

Website: https://stertparish.com/

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £354,898 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: Wiltshire
Parliamentary constituency: Melksham and Devizes
LSOA: Wiltshire 034C

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Stert.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Stert based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

2 planning applications found near Stert.

- VALE COTTAGE, STERT, DEVIZES, SN10 3JE
Please see attached Tree Report.
Status: Undecided | Type: Trees | Council: Wiltshire | Date: 2026-06-03
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- Vale Cottage, Stert, Devizes, SN10 3JE
Discharge of condition 3 (Details of brick and mortar) relating to application PL/2024/04755
Status: Permitted | Type: Conditions | Council: Wiltshire | Date: 2026-03-24
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A brief summary of Stert in Wiltshire

Property prices in Stert show an average sale price of £354,898, 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 Stert a particularly low-crime area.

Stert has one conservation area within its boundaries: Stert. 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 Stert includes 1 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Stert Brook Exposure SSSI; 1 Ancient Woodland site; 1 Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB): North Wessex Downs. 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, Stert planning applications can be searched by entering a local postcode above. Further local information can be found on the community website at https://stertparish.com/. 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 Stert

In the last 24 months, 5 planning applications were submitted near Stert. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 35 days.

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

The average decision time of 35 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Stert were full planning applications (2), outline applications (1), tree works (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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