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Planning in Swindon

Approved
86%
12 of 14 decided
Decision time
about 8 weeks
on average

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Swindon in the last 24 months, from South Staffordshire District Council's planning register.

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Around Swindon

Postcode districts

DY3 109 applications in the last 12 monthsDY6 81 applications in the last 12 months

Applications in each district in the last 12 months.

Planning authority: South Staffordshire District Council

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About Swindon

Swindon is a village and civil parish in South Staffordshire, England, situated 6 miles west of Dudley and 2 miles from both Kingswinford and Wombourne. Located near the boundary of the West Midlands conurbation, it shares borders with the metropolitan boroughs of Dudley and Wolverhampton. As of the 2021 Census, Swindon and its surrounding areas, including Hinksford and Smestow, had a population of 1,279, making it a small but significant community for local planning considerations. The settlement has a population of approximately 1,278 (2021 estimate). It sits within the South Staffordshire district.

There are currently no active flood warnings for the Swindon area, indicating a relatively low flood risk at present. This is a positive factor for both existing residents and those considering property purchases or new developments.

In terms of safety, there were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period (May 2026). This makes Swindon a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Swindon planning applications can be searched by entering a local postcode above. 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.

To comment on or object to a planning application near Swindon, open it in the list above: each one links to the council's own page for it and shows any comment deadline.

In the last 24 months, 19 planning applications were submitted near Swindon. Of these, 86% were approved, with an average decision time of 54 days.

The most common types were discharge of conditions (5), full planning applications (2), amendments (2).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Swindon?
In the last 24 months, 19 planning applications were submitted near Swindon. The approval rate is 86%.
How long do planning decisions take near Swindon?
The average planning decision time near Swindon is 54 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 Swindon?
The planning approval rate near Swindon is 86%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Swindon?
The most common type of planning application near Swindon is discharge of conditions, with 5 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Swindon?
You can search and track planning applications near Swindon on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.