Upper Stratton, Wiltshire Planning Applications
Recent planning applications near Upper Stratton, Wiltshire.
Wiltshire · England · settlement
About Upper Stratton
Upper Stratton is part of the civil parish of Stratton St Margaret, located in the Borough of Swindon, Wiltshire. This area encompasses the north-eastern suburbs of Swindon, including Upper Stratton, Lower Stratton, and Kingsdown, making it a key region for planning applications in the local authority.
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Area Information
- Admin district: Swindon
- Parliamentary constituency: Swindon South
- LSOA: Swindon 017B
Crime Statistics
153 crimes reported in 2026-02.
Crime Breakdown
- violent-crime: 67
- anti-social-behaviour: 25
- public-order: 15
- criminal-damage-arson: 14
- shoplifting: 10
- vehicle-crime: 6
- other-theft: 4
- drugs: 3
- other-crime: 3
- burglary: 2
- robbery: 2
- bicycle-theft: 1
- possession-of-weapons: 1
Flood Risk
No active flood warnings near Upper Stratton.
Keyword Scorecard
Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Upper Stratton.
- 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 Upper Stratton based on the last 24 months of planning data.
Nearby Applications
15 planning applications found near Upper Stratton.
- - 10 Dockle Way Stratton St Margaret Swindon SN2 7LQ
Erection of a single storey rear extension.
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Swindon | Date: 2026-05-05
View full details - - Land At Hermitage Lane Stratton St Margaret Swindon
Erection of 1no detached chalet bungalow (Class C3) and associated works - Variation of conditions 2 (Plans) and 6 (Parking Plans) from previous application S/24/1040.
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Swindon | Date: 2026-03-24
View full details - - 48 Cloche Way Stratton St Margaret Swindon SN2 7JL
Conversion of garage into habitable Accomodation and associated works.
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Swindon | Date: 2026-03-20
View full details - - Espringham House Hathaway Road Upper Stratton Swindon SN2 7RF
Certificate of Lawfulness proposed for the Installation of four standalone mobility scooter storage and charging units within the existing parking area, installation of bollards to the front of the un
Status: Permitted | Type: Outline | Council: Swindon | Date: 2026-03-06
View full details - - 30 Orchard Grove Stratton St Margaret Swindon SN2 7QR
Erection of single storey rear extension and new porch.
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Swindon | Date: 2026-02-10
View full details - - 9 Orchard Grove Stratton St Margaret Swindon SN2 7QR
Erection of proposed side and rear extension.
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Swindon | Date: 2026-02-03
View full details - - St Philip Church Hall Beechcroft Road Swindon SN2 7RE
Works to Trees under ref HRDC (Parish of Stratton St Margaret) 1973.
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Swindon | Date: 2026-01-30
View full details - - Land At Hermitage Lane Stratton St Margaret Swindon
Non-Material Amendment from previous application S/24/1040 relating to Approved Plans.
Status: Withdrawn | Type: Amendment | Council: Swindon | Date: 2026-01-15
View full details - - 15 Derwent Drive Stratton St Margaret Swindon SN2 7NL
Erection of a side extension, front and rear flat-roof dormer windows to create habitable loft accommodation, erection of a detached double garage and a dropped kerb to provide vehicular access.
Status: Rejected | Type: Full | Council: Swindon | Date: 2025-12-30
View full details - - 13 Farrfield Stratton St Margaret Swindon SN2 7QJ
Erection of a two storey side/rear extension, single storey rear extensions and conversion of garage into living accommodation.
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Swindon | Date: 2025-05-15
View full details - - 75 Wheeler Avenue Stratton St Margaret Swindon SN2 7HL
Certificate of Lawfulness (proposed) for the erection of rear dormer window, hip to gable roof conversion and loft conversion.
Status: Permitted | Type: Outline | Council: Swindon | Date: 2025-03-28
View full details - - 55 Cloche Way Stratton St Margaret Swindon SN2 7JL
Erection of single and two storey side/rear extension,demolition of existing outbuilding.
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Swindon | Date: 2025-02-03
View full details - - 28 Dores Road Upper Stratton Swindon SN2 7QT
Erection of a two storey side and rear extension.
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Swindon | Date: 2024-02-23
View full details - - Former Stratton Reform Club 136 Beechcroft Road Swindon SN2 7QE
Discharge of Conditions 4 (Construction Management Plan) and 6 (EVC Points) from previous approval S/23/0320 - Change of Use from former working mens club (class E(d)) to form 5 no. 1-bed units (class
Status: Conditions | Type: Conditions | Council: Swindon | Date: 2024-01-09
View full details - - The Limes Green Road Upper Stratton Swindon
Non-Material Amendment to previously approved Planning Permission S/21/1293 - Changes to window locations, boundary treatment changes, snug omitted from plots 5+6, guarding to window and amendment to
Status: Permitted | Type: Amendment | Council: Swindon | Date: 2023-10-06
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A brief summary of Upper Stratton in Wiltshire
Upper Stratton is part of the civil parish of Stratton St Margaret, located in the Borough of Swindon, Wiltshire. This area encompasses the north-eastern suburbs of Swindon, including Upper Stratton, Lower Stratton, and Kingsdown, making it a key region for planning applications in the local authority.
The Upper Stratton area recorded 153 crimes in the most recent reporting period. As with any urban or suburban area, prospective residents may wish to review the detailed crime breakdown for further context.
Upper Stratton has 2 conservation areas within its boundaries: Stratton St Margaret (Kingsdown), Stratton St Margaret (Lower Stratton). Planning applications within or near these conservation areas 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 Upper Stratton includes 2 Ancient Woodland sites. 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, Upper Stratton 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.
Planning Activity in Upper Stratton
In the last 24 months, 40 planning applications were submitted near Upper Stratton. Of these, 82% were approved, with an average decision time of 46 days.
This is below the national average of approximately 87%, which may reflect stricter local policies, sensitivity of the area, or higher levels of speculative applications. Pre-application advice is particularly worthwhile near Upper Stratton.
The average decision time of 46 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.
The most common application types near Upper Stratton were full planning applications (27), outline applications (8), tree works (2). Full planning applications account for 68% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.
Application Outcomes
- Approved: 18 applications
- Refused: 2 applications
- Withdrawn: 2 applications
- Awaiting decision: 18 applications
Nearby Towns
Explore planning applications in nearby areas:
- Kingsdown planning applications
- Stratton St Margaret planning applications
- Pinehurst planning applications
- Penhill planning applications
- Gorse Hill planning applications
- Swindon planning applications
- Lower Stratton planning applications
- Walcot planning applications
Related Planning Guides
- What Is Planning Permission in the UK? — Planning permission is the formal approval you need from your local council before making certain changes to a building or piece of land.
- What Is Permitted Development? — Permitted development rights allow certain building works and changes of use without the need to apply for planning permission.
- How Long Does Planning Permission Take? — Typical timelines for planning permission decisions in the UK, from submission to approval, and what can cause delays.