Search Urchfont planning applications

21 applications received or decided in the last 12 months · within 1 km of the centre of Urchfont · updated daily · Wiltshire Council

Only 7 applications in the last 90 days, so this shows the last 12 months.

Showing 1 to 5 of 21 · received or decided in the last 12 months

Red Gables, Blackboard Lane, Urchfont, Devizes, SN10 4RDAwaiting decisionSide extension replacing existing detached garage with accommodation over. Change in materials to negate Woolaway construction.Householder planning permissionReceived 23 Oct 2026PL/2026/06850
Cuckoo Farmhouse, Cuckoo Corner, Urchfont, Devizes, SN10 4RAApprovedG1 Pair small Eucalyptus trees - Trees in poor health and dying. Fell to ground level.Notification of proposed works to trees in a conservation areaReceived 30 Sep 2026Decided 4 Nov 2026PL/2026/06236
Rivendell, The Bottom, Urchfont, Devizes, SN10 4SFApprovedSycamore (T1) - reduce crown by 50% (5m) to previous reduction points to reduce weight on root system. Sycamore (T2) - heavily leaning limb. Remove epicormic growth. Sycamore (T4) - crown raise lower limbs (to approximately 6m) leaving upper canopy intact.Notification of proposed works to trees in a conservation areaReceived 29 Sep 2026Decided 10 Nov 2026PL/2026/06233
The Old Bakehouse, High Street, Urchfont, Devizes, SN10 4QLApproved4 x Pine tres - reduce by 50%Notification of proposed works to trees in a conservation areaReceived 16 Sep 2026Decided 28 Oct 2026PL/2026/05872
Anvil House, The Green, Urchfont, Devizes, SN10 4QUApprovedT1 - Beech tree - reduce crown by 3m-4m to suitable growth points just beyond previous reduction points and crown thinNotification of proposed works to trees in a conservation areaReceived 9 Sep 2026Decided 19 Oct 2026PL/2026/05711

Planning in Urchfont

Approved: 100%; 21 of 21 decided
Decision time: about 7 weeks; on average

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

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Around Urchfont

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SN10 357 applications in the last 12 months

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About Urchfont

Urchfont is a charming rural village and civil parish located in the Vale of Pewsey, Wiltshire, approximately 3.5 miles southeast of Devizes. The parish encompasses the hamlets of Cuckoo's Corner, Wedhampton, and Lydeway, contributing to a community of 1,075 residents as recorded in the 2011 census. Its picturesque setting and close-knit population make Urchfont an interesting area for planning applications and rural development initiatives. The settlement has a population of approximately 1,183 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Wiltshire district.

There are currently no active flood warnings for the Urchfont area, indicating a relatively low flood risk at present. This is a positive factor for both existing residents and those considering property purchases or new developments.

In terms of safety, there were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period (May 2026). This makes Urchfont a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Urchfont has 2 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Urchfont 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 http://www.urchfont-pc.gov.uk/.

To comment on or object to a planning application near Urchfont, 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, 24 planning applications were submitted near Urchfont. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 52 days.

The most common types were tree works (15), full planning applications (2), discharge of conditions (1).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Urchfont?

In the last 24 months, 24 planning applications were submitted near Urchfont. The approval rate is 100%.

How long do planning decisions take near Urchfont?

The average planning decision time near Urchfont is 52 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 Urchfont?

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

What types of planning applications are most common near Urchfont?

The most common type of planning application near Urchfont is tree works applications, with 15 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Urchfont?

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