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Planning in West Overton

Only 3 decisions near West Overton in the last 2 years, too few to judge an approval rate.

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

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About West Overton

West Overton is a quaint village and civil parish located in Wiltshire, approximately 3.5 miles west of Marlborough. Nestled near the River Kennet, the village is bordered by the A4 road to the south, while the parish also encompasses the nearby village of Lockeridge, situated further downstream along the river. This idyllic setting may present various opportunities for planning applications in the area. The settlement has a population of approximately 636 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Wiltshire district.

Property prices in West Overton show an average sale price of £498,650, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the West Overton 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 West Overton a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around West Overton has 9 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, West Overton 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.fwoparish.org.uk.

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To comment on or object to a planning application near West Overton, 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, 4 planning applications were submitted near West Overton.

The most common types were full planning applications (3).

1 planning appeal was lodged, of which 0 were allowed and 1 was dismissed (0% success rate).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near West Overton?
In the last 24 months, 4 planning applications were submitted near West Overton.
What types of planning applications are most common near West Overton?
The most common type of planning application near West Overton is full planning applications, with 3 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near West Overton?
You can search and track planning applications near West Overton on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.