How long do planning decisions take near Westwood (SP2)?

The average planning decision time near Westwood (SP2) is 78 days. The statutory target is 8 weeks (56 days) for minor applications and 13 weeks for major applications.

What types of planning applications are most common near Westwood (SP2)?

The most common type of planning application near Westwood (SP2) is full planning applications, with 4 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Westwood (SP2)?

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Westwood (SP2), Wiltshire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Westwood (SP2), Wiltshire.

Wiltshire · England · settlement

Planning applications in Westwood (SP2) are administered by Wiltshire Council. View the full Wiltshire Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.

About Westwood (SP2)

Westwood is a sizeable village and civil parish located in west Wiltshire, England, approximately 1.4 miles (2.3 km) southwest of Bradford-on-Avon. Its strategic position and community infrastructure may be of interest to those researching planning applications in the region.

Population: 1,128 (2021)

District: Wiltshire

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £362,026 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: Wiltshire
Parliamentary constituency: Salisbury
LSOA: Wiltshire 059B

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-05.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Westwood (SP2).

Keyword Scorecard

Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Westwood (SP2).

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 (SP2) based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

5 planning applications found near Westwood (SP2).

- Land West of 24 Rawlence Road, Salisbury, SP2 9DX
Discharges Conditions 4,6,7,8, 10 and 11 on PL/2024/09124 - Erection of 6no. affordable residential dwellings; open space including biodiversity enhancements; internal road layout and associated parki
Status: Undecided | Type: Conditions | Council: Wiltshire | Date: 2026-03-30
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- Sarum Academy, Westwood Road, Bemerton Heath, Salisbury, SP2 9HS
Hybrid application: full planning permission is sought for erection of a new detached classroom block to the northwest of the main school building; a weather protected link to the existing main buildi
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Wiltshire | Date: 2026-03-23
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- 82 Westwood Road, Bemerton Heath, Salisbury, SP2 9HR
Change of use of existing garage from C3 (residential) to Sui Generis (motor vehicle repair garage)
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Wiltshire | Date: 2026-02-19
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- 47 Winding Way, Bemerton Heath, Salisbury, SP2 9DZ
Removal of existing shed and garage. Construction of new outbuilding consisting garage and additional accommodation for family including moving existing gateway.
Status: Undecided | Type: Outline | Council: Wiltshire | Date: 2026-01-07
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- Land to the rear of 118-124 Westwood Road, Bemerton Heath, Salisbury, SP2 9HR
Outline application with some matters reserved for erection of 2 x dwellings with associated parking and landscaping (access and layout only)
Status: Withdrawn | Type: Outline | Council: Wiltshire | Date: 2024-01-26
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A brief summary of Westwood (SP2) in Wiltshire

Property prices in Westwood (SP2) show an average sale price of £362,026, 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 (SP2) a particularly low-crime area.

Westwood (SP2) has 3 conservation areas within its boundaries: Netherhampton, Wilton, Stratford sub Castle. 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 (SP2) includes 1 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): River Avon System SSSI; 1 Special Areas of Conservation (SAC): River Avon. These designations may affect planning decisions, as proposals near protected sites require environmental impact assessment and may face additional restrictions.

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Planning Activity in Westwood (SP2)

In the last 24 months, 7 planning applications were submitted near Westwood (SP2). The average decision time was 78 days.

The average decision period of 78 days exceeds the 8-week target for minor applications but falls within the 13-week target for major schemes. Applicants should plan for approximately 12 weeks from submission to decision.

The most common application types near Westwood (SP2) were full planning applications (4), outline applications (1), listed building and heritage (1). Full planning applications account for 57% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

In terms of development scale, 2 medium-scale applications, 5 smaller schemes were submitted.

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