How long do planning decisions take near Wolverton?

The average planning decision time near Wolverton is 40 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 Wolverton?

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

What types of planning applications are most common near Wolverton?

The most common type of planning application near Wolverton is full planning applications, with 5 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Wolverton?

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Wolverton, Wiltshire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Wolverton, Wiltshire.

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About Wolverton

Zeals is a village and civil parish located in southwest Wiltshire, England, approximately 2.2 miles west of Mere and adjacent to the A303 road leading to Wincanton. The village borders the villages of Bourton in Dorset and Penselwood in Somerset, and its name is derived from the Old English word 'sealh', meaning a small willow or sallow. For those researching planning applications, Zeals offers a quaint rural setting with potential development opportunities.

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £307,432 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: Wiltshire
Parliamentary constituency: South West Wiltshire
LSOA: Wiltshire 042A

Crime Statistics

4 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Crime Breakdown

violent-crime: 2
anti-social-behaviour: 1
other-theft: 1

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Wolverton.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Wolverton based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

3 planning applications found near Wolverton.

- HIGH VIEW, PORTNELLS LANE, ZEALS, WARMINSTER, BA12 6PG
5 x Leyland Cypress trees - fell
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Wiltshire | Date: 2026-01-23
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- Lawn Cottage, Zeals, Warminster, BA12 6NH
Conversion of the original garage into a single-storey residential annexe for occupation by the parents of the applicants, including internal facilities and changes to external fenestration.
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Wiltshire | Date: 2026-01-09
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- TRINITY COTTAGE, FANTLEY LANE, ZEALS, WARMINSTER, BA12 6ND
T1 & T2 BEECH - CROWN LIFT to approx. 4 metres from ground level T3 & T4 FIELD MAPLE - CROWN LIFT. to approx. 4 metres from ground level T5 SWEET CHESTNUT - CROWN LIFT to approx. 4 metres from ground
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Wiltshire | Date: 2024-07-31
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A brief summary of Wolverton in Wiltshire

Property prices in Wolverton show an average sale price of £307,432, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry.

Neighbourhood safety in Wolverton is generally good, with just 4 crimes reported in the most recent period.

Wolverton has one conservation area within its boundaries: Zeals. 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 Wolverton includes 3 Ancient Woodland sites; 1 Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB): Cranborne Chase & West Wiltshire Downs. 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 Wolverton

In the last 24 months, 7 planning applications were submitted near Wolverton. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 40 days.

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

The average decision time of 40 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Wolverton were full planning applications (5), tree works (2). Full planning applications account for 71% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

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