How long do planning decisions take near Stourton?

The average planning decision time near Stourton is 41 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 Stourton?

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

What types of planning applications are most common near Stourton?

The most common type of planning application near Stourton is tree works applications, with 6 submissions in the last 24 months.

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Stourton, Wiltshire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Stourton, Wiltshire.

Wiltshire · England · settlement

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

About Stourton

Stourton with Gasper is a civil parish in Wiltshire, England, featuring the village of Stourton and the hamlets of Bonham and Gasper. Located approximately 2.5 miles northwest of Mere, this area is notable for its proximity to the Stourhead estate, owned by the National Trust, which includes the renowned house and gardens accessible through the village. This picturesque setting may present unique opportunities and considerations for planning applications in the region.

District: Stourton with Gasper

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £340,284 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: Wiltshire
Parliamentary constituency: South West Wiltshire
LSOA: Wiltshire 047E

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-05.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Stourton.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Stourton based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

7 planning applications found near Stourton.

- National Trust, High Street, Stourton, Warminster, BA12 6QD
Proposed construction and operation of a ground mounted solar PV array together with all associated works, ancillary infrastructure and equipment, landscaping, biodiversity improvements and access
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Wiltshire | Date: 2026-06-10
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- NATIONAL TRUST, HIGH STREET, STOURTON, WARMINSTER, BA12 6QD
Fir Walk Avenue mixture of Broadleaf and Coniferous planting proposed works is to reclaim historic view through avenue to the Obelisk from the garden and back. Works to gentle canopy trees with branch
Status: Undecided | Type: Trees | Council: Wiltshire | Date: 2026-05-01
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- National Trust, High Street, Stourton, Warminster, BA12 6QD
Improvements and repair to garden lake along crest of the embanked western arm of the lake and remediation of sinkhole by excavating and backfilling (retrospective)
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Wiltshire | Date: 2026-03-06
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- National Trust, High Street, Stourton, Warminster, BA12 6QD
Estate Office - internal repairs to office wall and floor
Status: Conditions | Type: Heritage | Council: Wiltshire | Date: 2026-01-30
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- NATIONAL TRUST, HIGH STREET, STOURTON, WARMINSTER, BA12 6QD
T1 Prunus Avium - Remove lower limb. T2 Liriodendron Tulipifera - Remove. T3 Ilex Aquifolium - Remove. T4 Taxus Baccata - Remove.
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Wiltshire | Date: 2026-01-07
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- Land at Stourhead, Near Mere, Warminster, BA12 6QD
Request for a Screening Opinion under Regulation 6 of the Town and Country Planning (Environmental Impact Assessment) Regulations 2017 (as amended) for Construction and operation of a ground mounted s
Status: Permitted | Type: Outline | Council: Wiltshire | Date: 2025-11-14
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- NATIONAL TRUST, HIGH STREET, STOURHEAD, STOURTON, WARMINSTER, BA12 6QD
Cherry Tree 1: removal Cherry Tree 2: removal Two Beech trees to be felled
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Wiltshire | Date: 2025-02-26
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A brief summary of Stourton in Wiltshire

Property prices in Stourton show an average sale price of £340,284, 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 Stourton a particularly low-crime area.

Stourton has one conservation area within its boundaries: Stourton. 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 Stourton includes 11 Ancient Woodland sites; 1 Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB): Cranborne Chase & West Wiltshire Downs. 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 Stourton

In the last 24 months, 11 planning applications were submitted near Stourton. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 41 days.

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

The average decision time of 41 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Stourton were tree works (6), full planning applications (2), outline applications (1). The significant number of tree-related applications is typical for areas with mature tree cover or active tree preservation orders.

In terms of development scale, 2 medium-scale applications, 9 smaller schemes were submitted.

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