How long do planning decisions take near Woodfalls?

The average planning decision time near Woodfalls is 128 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 Woodfalls?

The planning approval rate near Woodfalls is 0%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Woodfalls?

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

How can I track planning applications near Woodfalls?

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Woodfalls, Wiltshire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Woodfalls, Wiltshire.

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About Woodfalls

Woodfalls is a village located in the civil parish of Redlynch, situated approximately 6.5 miles southeast of Salisbury in Wiltshire. The parish encompasses the nearby villages of Morgan's Vale and Lover, as well as the hamlet of Bohemia, with much of its area falling within the New Forest National Park. This picturesque setting may present unique planning opportunities and considerations for developers and residents alike.

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £368,019 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: Wiltshire
Parliamentary constituency: Salisbury
LSOA: Wiltshire 060E

Crime Statistics

5 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Crime Breakdown

violent-crime: 2
criminal-damage-arson: 1
vehicle-crime: 1
other-crime: 1

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Woodfalls based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

6 planning applications found near Woodfalls.

- 8 CASTLE WOODS, REDLYNCH, SALISBURY, SP5 2PY
T1 Ash tree with die back. Fell and replant with Cherry close by.
Status: Undecided | Type: Trees | Council: Wiltshire | Date: 2026-02-20
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- Hill Crest, Slab Lane, Woodfalls, Salisbury, SP5 2ND
Erection of a two storey rear and side extension, a front porch and removal of an existing outbuilding at the front to create a parking area
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Wiltshire | Date: 2025-10-03
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- Greenfields, The Ridge, Woodfalls, Salisbury, SP5 2LQ
For the demolition of an existing garage and the construction of an oak framed extension
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Wiltshire | Date: 2025-02-26
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- Land adjoining Springfield (to the south), Highfield Lane, Woodfalls, Salisbury, SP5 2NG
Erection of 1no dwelling and garage
Status: Rejected | Type: Full | Council: Wiltshire | Date: 2024-08-08
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- Rolleston, Highfield Lane, Woodfalls, Salisbury, SP5 2NG
Non Material Amendment relating to application PL/2021/05604 (Proposed single storey side extension)
Status: Conditions | Type: Amendment | Council: Wiltshire | Date: 2024-03-21
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- 8 SPRINGFIELD CRESCENT, WOODFALLS, SALISBURY, SP5 2LS
Erect dwelling (footprint, position and height to match previous approval PL/2022/03950). Remove dormer over en-suite and replace with rooflight. Replace flat roof dormers with pitched roofs. Create c
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Wiltshire | Date: 2023-05-25
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A brief summary of Woodfalls in Wiltshire

Property prices in Woodfalls show an average sale price of £368,019, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry.

Neighbourhood safety in Woodfalls is generally good, with just 5 crimes reported in the most recent period.

Woodfalls has 2 conservation areas within its boundaries: Western Escarpment, Downton. 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 Woodfalls includes 1 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): The New Forest SSSI; 5 Ancient Woodland sites; 1 Special Areas of Conservation (SAC): The New Forest; 1 Special Protection Areas (SPA): New Forest; 1 Ramsar Wetland Sites: New Forest; 1 National Parks: NEW FOREST. 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 Woodfalls

In the last 24 months, 8 planning applications were submitted near Woodfalls. Of these, 0% were approved, with an average decision time of 128 days.

This is below the national average of approximately 87%, which may reflect stricter local policies, sensitivity of the area, or higher levels of speculative applications. Pre-application advice is particularly worthwhile near Woodfalls.

With an average of 128 days, decisions near Woodfalls take longer than the statutory targets. Applicants should budget for a 5-month timeline and consider pre-application discussions to avoid delays.

The most common application types near Woodfalls were full planning applications (6), tree works (2). Full planning applications account for 75% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

In terms of development scale, 1 medium-scale application, 7 smaller schemes were submitted.

1 planning appeal was lodged, of which 0 were allowed and 1 was dismissed (0% success rate). This low success rate indicates that the council's refusal decisions are generally upheld by the Planning Inspectorate.

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