How long do planning decisions take near Urchfont?

The average planning decision time near Urchfont is 64 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 89%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 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 13 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Urchfont?

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Urchfont, Wiltshire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Urchfont, Wiltshire.

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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.

Population: 1,183 (2021)

District: Wiltshire

Website: http://www.urchfont-pc.gov.uk/

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £354,898 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: Wiltshire
Parliamentary constituency: Melksham and Devizes
LSOA: Wiltshire 026B

Crime Statistics

2 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Crime Breakdown

anti-social-behaviour: 1
violent-crime: 1

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Urchfont.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Urchfont based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

3 planning applications found near Urchfont.

- Land occupied by Urchfont Vehicles Ltd, High Street, Urchfont, Devizes, SN10 4QH
Nomination of Land occupied by Urchfont Vehicles Ltd to be listed as an Asset of Community Value.
Status: Rejected | Council: Wiltshire | Date: 2024-09-16
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- THE POST OFFICE, HIGH STREET, URCHFONT, DEVIZES, SN10 4QL
1 - Ash tree - fell 2 - Magnolia tree - raise crown by 1.5m
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Wiltshire | Date: 2023-10-06
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- 19 Manor Farmyard, Urchfont, Devizes, Wilts, SN10 4BA
Installation of 14 solar panels - 7 facing east and 7 facing west - on sloped slate roof over first floor of south facing aspect of the property
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Wiltshire | Date: 2023-01-05
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A brief summary of Urchfont in Wiltshire

Property prices in Urchfont show an average sale price of £354,898, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry.

Neighbourhood safety in Urchfont is generally good, with just 2 crimes reported in the most recent period.

Urchfont has one conservation area within its boundaries: Urchfont. Planning applications within or near this conservation area 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 Urchfont includes 1 Ancient Woodland site; 1 Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB): North Wessex Downs. 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, Urchfont planning applications can be searched by entering a local postcode above. Further local information can be found on the community website at http://www.urchfont-pc.gov.uk/. 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 Urchfont

In the last 24 months, 17 planning applications were submitted near Urchfont. Of these, 89% were approved, with an average decision time of 64 days.

This is slightly above the national average of approximately 87%, indicating a broadly favourable planning environment near Urchfont.

At 64 days on average, decisions near Urchfont slightly exceed the 8-week statutory target for minor applications, though this is common across many councils.

The most common application types near Urchfont were tree works (13), full planning applications (2), discharge of conditions (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, 1 medium-scale application, 16 smaller schemes were submitted.

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