How long do planning decisions take near Wilcot?

The average planning decision time near Wilcot is 41 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 Wilcot?

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

What types of planning applications are most common near Wilcot?

The most common type of planning application near Wilcot is tree works applications, with 6 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Wilcot?

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Wilcot, Wiltshire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Wilcot, Wiltshire.

Wiltshire · England · settlement

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About Wilcot

Wilcot is a picturesque village located in the Vale of Pewsey, Wiltshire, approximately 6 miles southwest of Marlborough and 1.5 miles northwest of Pewsey. Now part of the parish of Wilcot, Huish and Oare, the village had a population of 558 as of the 2011 census, making it a quaint and vibrant community for potential planning developments.

Population: 558 (2011)

District: Wilcot, Huish and Oare

Website: http://wilcotandhuish-pc.gov.uk/

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £437,366 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: Wiltshire
Parliamentary constituency: East Wiltshire
LSOA: Wiltshire 038C

Crime Statistics

8 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Crime Breakdown

violent-crime: 6
drugs: 1
other-crime: 1

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Wilcot.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Wilcot based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

2 planning applications found near Wilcot.

- Seven Wells House, Woodborough Road, Sharcott, Pewsey, SN9 5PB
Non material amendment to PL/2025/03921 to allow for the position of proposed stores minimally relocated to avoid Wessex Water main "construction exclusion zone".
Status: Conditions | Type: Amendment | Council: Wiltshire | Date: 2025-09-16
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- Seven Wells House, Woodborough Road, Sharcott, Pewsey, SN9 5PB
Variation of condition 2 (approved plans) of planning permission PL/2024/10327 for the alterations of dormers, lowering of the northern single storey element and widening of the western element. Roof
Status: Conditions | Type: Conditions | Council: Wiltshire | Date: 2025-05-06
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A brief summary of Wilcot in Wiltshire

Property prices in Wilcot show an average sale price of £437,366, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry.

There were 8 crimes reported in the Wilcot area during the most recent period, a moderate level that is broadly in line with similar-sized settlements.

Wilcot has one conservation area within its boundaries: Wilcot. 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 Wilcot includes 1 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): River Avon System SSSI; 2 Ancient Woodland sites; 1 Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB): North Wessex Downs; 2 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.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Wilcot planning applications can be searched by entering a local postcode above. Further local information can be found on the community website at http://wilcotandhuish-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 Wilcot

In the last 24 months, 8 planning applications were submitted near Wilcot. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 41 days.

This is notably above the national average of approximately 87%, suggesting a relatively permissive planning environment. Applicants near Wilcot may find that well-prepared applications have a strong chance of success.

The average decision time of 41 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Wilcot were tree works (6), discharge of conditions (1), amendments (1). The significant number of tree-related applications is typical for areas with mature tree cover or active tree preservation orders.

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