Westwood (BA15), Wiltshire Planning Applications
Recent planning applications near Westwood (BA15), Wiltshire.
Wiltshire · England · settlement
Planning applications in Westwood (BA15) are administered by Wiltshire Council. View the full Wiltshire Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.
About Westwood (BA15)
Westwood is a sizable village and civil parish located in west Wiltshire, England, approximately 1.4 miles (2.3 km) southwest of Bradford-on-Avon. Its status as a civil parish makes it a relevant area for planning applications, providing opportunities for development and community initiatives in this picturesque part of Wiltshire.
Population: 1,128 (2021)
District: Wiltshire
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Town Insights
Property Prices
Average property sale price: £460,247 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).
Area Information
- Admin district: Wiltshire
- Parliamentary constituency: Melksham and Devizes
- LSOA: Wiltshire 027A
Crime Statistics
0 crimes reported in 2026-05.
Flood Risk
No active flood warnings near Westwood (BA15).
Keyword Scorecard
Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Westwood (BA15).
- 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 Westwood (BA15) based on the last 24 months of planning data.
Nearby Applications
17 planning applications found near Westwood (BA15).
- - 1 GREAT ORCHARD, UPPER WESTWOOD, BRADFORD ON AVON, BA15 2DF
Three Lime trees - Re-pollard back to where previously pruned.
Status: Undecided | Type: Trees | Council: Wiltshire | Date: 2026-05-08
View full details - - 123, UPPER WESTWOOD, BRADFORD ON AVON, BA15 2DH
1 Large Horse Chestnut tree situated at the entrance to the driveway of property on the left hand side, over hanging the road. This tree needs cutting back by 2m on the road side to prevent breaking o
Status: Undecided | Type: Trees | Council: Wiltshire | Date: 2026-04-21
View full details - - 2 GREAT ORCHARD, UPPER WESTWOOD, BRADFORD ON AVON, BA15 2DF
3 Lime trees - Re Pollard back to last cut line in February 2023.
Status: Undecided | Type: Trees | Council: Wiltshire | Date: 2026-04-16
View full details - - 2 GREAT ORCHARD, UPPER WESTWOOD, BRADFORD ON AVON, BA15 2DF
T1 Oak tree - Re-balance the canopy and reduce height by 2 metres so as to finish up as works ended in 2023. Remove a small but very very low branch about 3 metres from ground level and remove any dea
Status: Undecided | Type: Trees | Council: Wiltshire | Date: 2026-04-16
View full details - - 45, Lower Westwood, Bradford On Avon, BA15 2AW
Proposed single rear extension, two storey side extensions and associated works
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Wiltshire | Date: 2026-04-15
View full details - - 114, UPPER WESTWOOD, BRADFORD ON AVON, BA15 2DN
Cherry tree - Fell.
Status: Undecided | Type: Trees | Council: Wiltshire | Date: 2026-03-11
View full details - - THE COTTAGE, 126, UPPER WESTWOOD, BRADFORD ON AVON, BA15 2DH
T1 Magnolia - Fell to ground level.
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Wiltshire | Date: 2026-02-24
View full details - - 45, Lower Westwood, Bradford On Avon, BA15 2AW
Single storey rear extension and outbuildings
Status: Permitted | Type: Outline | Council: Wiltshire | Date: 2026-01-12
View full details - - 12 The Pastures, Lower Westwood, Bradford On Avon, BA15 2BH
Roof dormer bedroom extension & Porch canopy
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Wiltshire | Date: 2026-01-09
View full details - - Blackberries Camping Park, Farleigh Rise, Monkton Farleigh, Bradford On Avon, BA15 2DY
Erection of replacement clubhouse, replacement of reception building and erection of sauna after demolition of toilet/shower/pot wash building.
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Wiltshire | Date: 2026-01-05
View full details - - 64 Bobbin Lane, Westwood, Bradford-on-Avon, BA15 2DL
Single storey rear and side extension
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Wiltshire | Date: 2025-11-24
View full details - - 13A The Pastures, Lower Westwood, Bradford On Avon, BA15 2BH
Variation of condition 2 (approved plans) of PL/2025/05256 to alter the proposed floor plan and elevations
Status: Conditions | Type: Conditions | Council: Wiltshire | Date: 2025-10-16
View full details - - CANAL HOUSE, 1 ANCLIFF SQUARE, AVONCLIFF, BRADFORD ON AVON, BA15 2HD
T1 Palm tree - Fell.
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Wiltshire | Date: 2025-09-19
View full details - - AVONCLIFF AQUEDUCT, KENNET AND AVON CANAL, AVONCLIFF, BA15 2HB
Provision of proposed safety handrails to access steps at Avoncliff Aqueduct, Avoncliff, Wiltshire, BA15 2HB
Status: Conditions | Type: Heritage | Council: Wiltshire | Date: 2024-11-22
View full details - - 11 THE LAURELS, WESTWOOD, BRADFORD ON AVON, BA15 2AX
T1 (Birch tree) - overall canopy reduction of 2m-3m
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Wiltshire | Date: 2024-11-08
View full details - - Land Adjacent 1, Ancliff Square, Avoncliff, BA15 2HD
T1 Holly - Reduce the height by up to 2m and then shape the remaining crown tightly to maintain the dome form, whilst retaining foliar growth.
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Wiltshire | Date: 2024-09-06
View full details - - 120 Upper Westwood, Bradford on Avon, BA15 2DP
To erect a new, timber featheredge 18m long fence, that will fill in an unfenced area between two existing fences. The height of the fence will be consistent with the existing fence that separates 120
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Wiltshire | Date: 2024-06-26
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A brief summary of Westwood (BA15) in Wiltshire
Westwood is a sizable village and civil parish located in west Wiltshire, England, approximately 1.4 miles (2.3 km) southwest of Bradford-on-Avon. Its status as a civil parish makes it a relevant area for planning applications, providing opportunities for development and community initiatives in this picturesque part of Wiltshire. The settlement has a population of approximately 1,128 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Wiltshire district.
Property prices in Westwood (BA15) show an average sale price of £460,247, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry.
There were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period. This makes Westwood (BA15) a particularly low-crime area.
Westwood (BA15) has 4 conservation areas within its boundaries: Westwood, Turleigh, Winsley, Avoncliff. 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 Westwood (BA15) includes 2 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Iford Manor SSSI, Winsley Mines SSSI; 6 Ancient Woodland sites; 1 Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB): Cotswolds; 1 Special Areas of Conservation (SAC): Bath & Bradford on Avon Bats. 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, Westwood (BA15) 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.
Planning Activity in Westwood (BA15)
In the last 24 months, 20 planning applications were submitted near Westwood (BA15). Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 42 days.
This is notably above the national average of approximately 87%, suggesting a relatively permissive planning environment. Applicants near Westwood (BA15) may find that well-prepared applications have a strong chance of success.
The average decision time of 42 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.
The most common application types near Westwood (BA15) were tree works (10), full planning applications (6), listed building and heritage (2). 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, 18 smaller schemes were submitted.
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