How long do planning decisions take near Woodcock?

The average planning decision time near Woodcock is 57 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 Woodcock?

The planning approval rate near Woodcock is 86%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Woodcock?

The most common type of planning application near Woodcock is full planning applications, with 14 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Woodcock?

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Woodcock, Wiltshire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Woodcock, Wiltshire.

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About Woodcock

Woodcock, located in Wiltshire, is a quaint area notable for its natural surroundings and rich biodiversity. It derives its name from the woodcock, a type of sandpiper, with historical references dating back to around 1050. The community's unique characteristics and historical significance could be of interest for those researching planning applications in the region.

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Area Information

Admin district: Wiltshire
Parliamentary constituency: South West Wiltshire
LSOA: Wiltshire 050C

Crime Statistics

52 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Crime Breakdown

violent-crime: 19
shoplifting: 9
anti-social-behaviour: 7
criminal-damage-arson: 4
drugs: 3
other-theft: 3
public-order: 3
vehicle-crime: 3
burglary: 1

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Woodcock.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Woodcock based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

10 planning applications found near Woodcock.

- 76 Boreham Road, Warminster, BA12 9JN
Change of Use from a residential institution (C2) to a dwellinghouse (C3).
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Wiltshire | Date: 2026-04-23
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- 1 Heronslade, Warminster, BA12 9HR
Single storey rear extension and side extension and Replace existing Marley Ludlow interlocking concrete roof tiles with Marley Modern interlocking concrete roof tiles
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Wiltshire | Date: 2026-04-13
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- 27 YEATES FIELD VIEW, WARMINSTER, BA12 9GA
T1 Ash - Reduce sections over garden by 2.5-3m back to suitable growth points, to bring tree into scale with surroundings and mitigate against potential limb loss into garden.
Status: Undecided | Type: Trees | Council: Wiltshire | Date: 2026-03-12
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- 47 BOREHAM ROAD, WARMINSTER, BA12 9JU
T1 Beech tree - Prune back the small diameter growth that is growing down over the driveway and boundary fence on the north and east sides of the trees canopy.
Status: Undecided | Type: Trees | Council: Wiltshire | Date: 2026-01-21
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- 1 Chain Lane, Warminster, BA12 9LT
Formation of vehicular access and associated works
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Wiltshire | Date: 2025-11-12
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- Battlesbury Barracks, Warminster Garrison, Warminster, BA12 9DT
Discharge of condition 4 drainage details of planning application PL/2025/04672 (Proposed SuDS attenuation pond functionally linked to proposed new Paired Mess building (BB0620)
Status: Permitted | Type: Conditions | Council: Wiltshire | Date: 2025-10-03
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- 1 WILLOW CRESCENT, WARMINSTER, BA12 9LH
Removal of existing single storey front extension to be replaced with new single storey extension in the same position
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Wiltshire | Date: 2025-08-13
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- 5 Barley Close, Warminster, Wilts, BA12 9LX
Retrospective application for outbuilding
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Wiltshire | Date: 2024-10-02
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- St Johns Churchyard, Boreham Rd, BA12 9JY
Hornbeam - Remove lowest branches Holm Oak - Reduce lateral branches touching the Church Horse Chestnut - Fell Holly Tree - Fell Ash tree - Fell
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Wiltshire | Date: 2023-12-08
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- 19 Smallbrook Road, Warminster. BA12 9LL
Proposed single storey extension and loft conversion
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Wiltshire | Date: 2023-10-06
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A brief summary of Woodcock in Wiltshire

The Woodcock area recorded 52 crimes in the most recent reporting period. As with any urban or suburban area, prospective residents may wish to review the detailed crime breakdown for further context.

Woodcock has 3 conservation areas within its boundaries: Warminster, Bishopstrow, Warminster, Boreham Road. 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 Woodcock includes 2 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): River Avon System SSSI, Salisbury Plain SSSI; 8 Ancient Woodland sites; 1 Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB): Cranborne Chase & West Wiltshire Downs; 2 Special Areas of Conservation (SAC): River Avon, Salisbury Plain; 1 Special Protection Areas (SPA): Salisbury Plain. 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 Woodcock

In the last 24 months, 31 planning applications were submitted near Woodcock. Of these, 86% were approved, with an average decision time of 57 days.

This is broadly in line with the national average of approximately 87%. Woodcock maintains a standard approach to planning decisions.

At 57 days on average, decisions near Woodcock slightly exceed the 8-week statutory target for minor applications, though this is common across many councils.

The most common application types near Woodcock were full planning applications (14), tree works (8), listed building and heritage (4). Full planning applications account for 45% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

In terms of development scale, 2 large-scale (major) developments, 4 medium-scale applications, 25 smaller schemes were submitted.

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