Shaw & Nine Elms planning approval rate
Shaw & Nine Elms ward in Swindon has a 83.7% approval rate based on 43 planning decisions. Swindon overall: 91.6%.
Last updated: September 2026
Shaw & Nine Elms is 7.9 percentage points below the Swindon average, placing it among the stricter wards in Swindon. Checking what gets approved nearby before applying is particularly important here.
How Shaw & Nine Elms compares
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Recent decisions in Shaw & Nine Elms
No recent comparable residential decisions found for this ward specifically. Check the council-level data for a broader view.
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