How long do planning decisions take near Upton Scudamore?

The average planning decision time near Upton Scudamore is 46 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 Scudamore?

The planning approval rate near Upton Scudamore is 0%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

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

The most common type of planning application near Upton Scudamore is full planning applications, with 1 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Upton Scudamore?

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Upton Scudamore, Wiltshire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Upton Scudamore, Wiltshire.

Wiltshire · England · settlement

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

About Upton Scudamore

Upton Scudamore is a picturesque village and civil parish located in Wiltshire, England, approximately 1.8 miles north of Warminster and south of Westbury. The parish also encompasses the hamlet of Halfway, making it an area of interest for local planning applications and developments.

Population: 286 (2021)

District: Wiltshire

Website: http://www.uptonscudamoreparishcouncil.com

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Area Information

Admin district: Wiltshire
Parliamentary constituency: Salisbury
LSOA: Wiltshire 054C

Crime Statistics

7 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Crime Breakdown

violent-crime: 3
anti-social-behaviour: 1
criminal-damage-arson: 1
other-theft: 1
shoplifting: 1

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Upton Scudamore.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Scudamore based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

3 planning applications found near Upton Scudamore.

- THE OLD RECTORY, UPTON SCUDAMORE, WARMINSTER, BA12 0AH
Creation of a private track within the curilage of the Old Rectory. The purpose of the track is to allow transport of biomass pellets from the store to the plant room. The store is located in the lowe
Status: Withdrawn | Type: Full | Council: Wiltshire | Date: 2025-09-23
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- Land to the south of The Old Rectory, Upton Scudamore, Warminster, BA12 0AH
Variation of condition 2 (approved plans) on PL/2023/05634 to allow for design changes to the erection of a building for the purposes of agricultural storage
Status: Conditions | Type: Conditions | Council: Wiltshire | Date: 2025-03-21
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- Temple Farm, Upton Farm, Upton Scudamore, Warminster, BA12 0AQ
The proposal is for 4 children under the ward of the Local Authority to live at the property. In addition, there will be 3 staff in the day and 2 overnight (a maximum of 5 staff at the property for a
Status: Undecided | Type: Outline | Council: Wiltshire | Date: 2024-06-07
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A brief summary of Upton Scudamore in Wiltshire

There were 7 crimes reported in the Upton Scudamore area during the most recent period, a moderate level that is broadly in line with similar-sized settlements.

Ecology & Nature Designations

The area around Upton Scudamore includes 1 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Upton Cow Down SSSI; 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, Upton Scudamore planning applications can be searched by entering a local postcode above. Further local information can be found on the community website at http://www.uptonscudamoreparishcouncil.com. 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 Upton Scudamore

In the last 24 months, 2 planning applications were submitted near Upton Scudamore. Of these, 0% 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 Upton Scudamore.

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 Upton Scudamore were full planning applications (1), discharge of conditions (1). Full planning applications account for 50% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

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