How long do planning decisions take near The Spa?

The average planning decision time near The Spa is 67 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 The Spa?

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

What types of planning applications are most common near The Spa?

The most common type of planning application near The Spa is full planning applications, with 12 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near The Spa?

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The Spa, Wiltshire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near The Spa, Wiltshire.

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

About The Spa

Melksham is a thriving town and civil parish located on the River Avon in Wiltshire, England. Situated approximately 4.5 miles northeast of Trowbridge and 6 miles south of Chippenham, the town had a population of 18,113 according to the 2021 census, making it a significant hub for planning applications in the region.

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Area Information

Admin district: Wiltshire
Parliamentary constituency: Melksham and Devizes
LSOA: Wiltshire 021I

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-05.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near The Spa.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 The Spa based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

3 planning applications found near The Spa.

- 1 Lancaster House, Lancaster Park Industrial Estate, Lancaster Road, Bowerhill, Melksham, SN12 6TT
Proposed use as a dance studio falls within Class E(d) (indoor sport, recreation or fitness). Application made to obtain formal confirmation by way of a Lawful Development Certificate.
Status: Undecided | Type: Outline | Council: Wiltshire | Date: 2026-05-01
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- 1 Magister Road, Bowerhill, Melksham, SN12 6FD
Single storey side lean-to extension to link the garage entrance to the main house and provide storage space
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Wiltshire | Date: 2026-04-30
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- 6, Osprey Close, Bowerhill, Melksham, SN12 6XY.
Single storey dining room extension, second storey bathroom extension and replacement bay window with roof windows above
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Wiltshire | Date: 2023-11-22
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A brief summary of The Spa in Wiltshire

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

The Spa has one conservation area within its boundaries: Melksham. 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.

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Planning Activity in The Spa

In the last 24 months, 23 planning applications were submitted near The Spa. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 67 days.

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

At 67 days on average, decisions near The Spa slightly exceed the 8-week statutory target for minor applications, though this is common across many councils.

The most common application types near The Spa were full planning applications (12), outline applications (4), listed building and heritage (2). Full planning applications account for 52% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

In terms of development scale, 7 medium-scale applications, 16 smaller schemes were submitted.

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