Swindon includes the town centre, Old Town, and Wroughton. Planning focuses on urban expansion, industrial areas, and residential growth. Known for railway heritage, modern developments, and historic streets, planning balances residential, commercial, and conversion projects. We can advise and support projects across Swindon.
In the last year Swindon decided 772 applications which is well below the national average of 988. The approval rate was 89% (roughly equal to the national average of 88%) and 91% of applications were decided on time, (significantly above the national average of 59%). Stats updated March 2026 from gov. sources. See how Swindon performs relative to other LPAs in our LPA hub.
Nutrient Neutrality ensures new developments do not increase harmful nitrogen or phosphorus levels in sensitive waterways. Parts of Swindon fall within the River Avon SAC catchment, where phosphorus neutrality is required for new residential development in the affected area. Unfortunately, Nutrient Neutrality can halt development completely. If you need early-stage, project-specific advice contact us here.
In addition to acting as Planing Conultants we are ARB registered architects with 25+ years of experience. Our planning proposals are creatively tailored to each site to maximise potential and improve planning outcomes. We use the following tried and tested process to guide clients in Swindon through planning to completion:
We can review your site in Swindon and offer informed guidance on how proposals can be developed in order to maximise your chances of securing Planning Permission.
Swindon includes the town centre, Old Town, and Wroughton. Planning focuses on urban expansion, industrial areas, and residential growth. Known for railway heritage, modern developments, and historic streets, planning balances residential, commercial, and conversion projects. We can advise and support projects across Swindon.
In the last year Swindon decided 772 applications which is well below the national average of 988. The approval rate was 89% (roughly equal to the national average of 88%) and 91% of applications were decided on time, (significantly above the national average of 59%). Stats updated March 2026 from gov. sources. See how Swindon performs relative to other LPAs in our LPA hub.
Nutrient Neutrality ensures new developments do not increase harmful nitrogen or phosphorus levels in sensitive waterways. Parts of Swindon fall within the River Avon SAC catchment, where phosphorus neutrality is required for new residential development in the affected area. Unfortunately, Nutrient Neutrality can halt development completely. If you need early-stage, project-specific advice contact us here.
In addition to acting as Planing Conultants we are ARB registered architects with 25+ years of experience. Our planning proposals are creatively tailored to each site to maximise potential and improve planning outcomes. We use the following tried and tested process to guide clients in Swindon through planning to completion:
We can review your site in Swindon and offer informed guidance on how proposals can be developed in order to maximise your chances of securing Planning Permission.
