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Planning in Trowbridge

Approved
92%
169 of 176 decided
Decision time
about 9 weeks
on average

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Trowbridge in the last 24 months, from Wiltshire Council's planning register.

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About Trowbridge

Trowbridge, the county town of Wiltshire, is located on the River Biss, near the Somerset border. Positioned just 8 miles southeast of Bath and 20 miles southeast of Bristol, it serves as a central hub within the region. As of 2021, Trowbridge had a population of 37,169, making it a significant area for potential planning applications and development projects in Wiltshire. The town has a population of approximately 37,647 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Wiltshire district.

Trowbridge sits at an elevation of 58 metres above sea level. The surrounding landscape and character of the area play an important role in how planning applications are assessed by the local authority.

Property prices in Trowbridge show an average sale price of £276,710, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Trowbridge 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. Further local information can be found on the community website at https://www.trowbridge.gov.uk/.

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To comment on or object to a planning application near Trowbridge, 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, 227 planning applications were submitted near Trowbridge. Of these, 92% were approved, with an average decision time of 66 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (73), tree works (45), listed building and heritage (34). 2 large-scale developments were submitted during this period.

2 planning appeals were lodged, of which 1 was allowed and 1 was dismissed (50% success rate).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Trowbridge?
In the last 24 months, 227 planning applications were submitted near Trowbridge. The approval rate is 92%.
How long do planning decisions take near Trowbridge?
The average planning decision time near Trowbridge is 66 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 Trowbridge?
The planning approval rate near Trowbridge is 92%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Trowbridge?
The most common type of planning application near Trowbridge is full planning applications, with 73 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Trowbridge?
You can search and track planning applications near Trowbridge on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.