How long do planning decisions take near Upton Lovell?

The average planning decision time near Upton Lovell is 36 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 Upton Lovell?

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

What types of planning applications are most common near Upton Lovell?

The most common type of planning application near Upton Lovell is tree works applications, with 7 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Upton Lovell?

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Upton Lovell, Wiltshire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Upton Lovell, Wiltshire.

Wiltshire · England · settlement

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

About Upton Lovell

Upton Lovell is a village and civil parish located in Wiltshire, England, approximately 5 miles southeast of Warminster, along the A36 road. Nestled in the Wylye Valley, the parish extends over two miles northeast onto Salisbury Plain, with its boundaries situated along the northeast bank of the river, making it an area of interest for potential planning applications.

Population: 158 (2021)

District: Wiltshire

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Area Information

Admin district: Wiltshire
Parliamentary constituency: South West Wiltshire
LSOA: Wiltshire 042D

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Upton Lovell.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Upton Lovell based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

2 planning applications found near Upton Lovell.

- Corton Glebe Cottage, 27, Upton Lovell, Warminster, BA12 0JW
Replacement of conservatory with single storey and two storey rear extension, alterations to cottage and replacement garage
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Wiltshire | Date: 2026-02-02
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- Corton Glebe Cottage, 27, Upton Lovell, Warminster, BA12 0JW
Replacement of conservatory with single storey and two storey rear extension & alterations to cottage
Status: Undecided | Type: Heritage | Council: Wiltshire | Date: 2026-02-02
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A brief summary of Upton Lovell in Wiltshire

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

Upton Lovell has 2 conservation areas within its boundaries: Corton, Boyton. 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 Upton Lovell includes 1 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): River Avon System SSSI; 1 Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB): Cranborne Chase & West Wiltshire Downs; 1 Special Areas of Conservation (SAC): River Avon. 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 Upton Lovell

In the last 24 months, 10 planning applications were submitted near Upton Lovell. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 36 days.

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

The average decision time of 36 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Upton Lovell were tree works (7), full planning applications (2), listed building and heritage (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, 8 smaller schemes were submitted.

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