Update on plans for new homes near M4 at Chippenham

In November 2024, planning permission was granted on appeal for two new homes on land off West Street in Great Somerford, near junction 17 of the M4 at Chippenham.

Wiltshire Council had turned down plans for the residential development over fears that it would “detract from the rural landscape character of the area.”

The council added that the site was outside the recognised limits of development and would leave any potential residents heavily reliant on private cars for transport.

Six months later, however, the council was overruled by the planning inspectorate.

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An inspector found that the shortfall in housing supply across Wiltshire and the benefits of two new rural homes in an “accessible location” would outweigh any concerns.

Nearly two years later, the land is on the market for an undisclosed price and currently remains undeveloped, according to estate agent Carter Jonas.

It currently comprises just over an acre of pastureland with some mature trees, but has been described as a “residential development opportunity.”

The price of the property is available upon application.

It is currently accessed by West Street and sits between two homes and some woodland.