Chance to see early plans for new south police hub
The Police and Crime Commissioner is keen for as much feedback as possible as he prepares his planning application
People in South Wiltshire will get a chance to see early plans for the proposed new Southern Policing Hub near Salisbury later this month.
People living locally will be able to see indicative plans and elevations for the new site as Police and Crime Commissioner, Philip Wilkinson, prepares to submit an outline planning application by the end of the summer.
A new south police hub has been much sought after, with the current facilities at Bourne Hill in Salisbury, which are shared with Wiltshire Council, being deemed no longer fit for purpose.
In December 2025, it was revealed that land near Mitre Way in Old Sarum had been conditionally secured for the project. The acquisition is subject to planning permission being granted.
The PCC has a statutory responsibility to ensue the Police Force has the correct facilities from which to provide its service to the public. This includes making sure police stations are up to standard and maintained.
Up-to-date facilities key to effective policing
Mr Wilkinson said the focus had now shifted firmly to engagement.
He said: “Securing the land was an important milestone but this stage of the project is about listening.
“We are on track to submit an outline planning application by the end of the summer and before we do that, it is vital that local people understand what is being proposed and why and have the opportunity to talk to us about it.
“This has been a detailed and considered process over four years, driven by the need to replace facilities that are no longer fit for purpose.
“Now that the site is secured, our priority is transparency and involvement, giving residents, businesses and local representatives the opportunity to understand the plans as part of the outline planning application process.”
Mr Wilkinson added: “Engagement, affordability and planning assessment will all go hand‑in‑hand. This approach ensures we are acting in the long‑term public interest and making decisions that stand up over time.”
“Community engagement is an important part of this process. It allows us to explain how the site would operate, how impacts would be managed, and how this investment supports continued policing presence and visibility in the city and surrounding communities.”
Chief Constable Catherine Roper said modern buildings were essential to keeping policing effective.
“Well‑designed and well‑located police bases help our teams work smarter, respond more quickly and maintain a visible presence in communities,” she said.
“Just as importantly, engagement at this stage allows us to explain how the site would operate and how potential impacts would be managed.”
The public engagement events will take place at Salisbury FC's Raymond McEnhill Stadium on Wednesday 24th June between 10am and 1pm, before a later session between 5pm and 8pm.
A third session will take place on Saturday 27th June, from 10am until 2pm.