How long do planning decisions take near Ansford?

The average planning decision time near Ansford is 43 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 Ansford?

The planning approval rate near Ansford is 100%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Ansford?

The most common type of planning application near Ansford is outline applications, with 2 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Ansford?

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Ansford, Somerset Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Ansford, Somerset.

Somerset · England · settlement

Planning applications in Ansford are administered by Bath And North East Somerset Council. View the full Bath And North East Somerset Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.

About Ansford

Population: 1,177 (2021)

District: South Somerset

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £289,440 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: Somerset
Parliamentary constituency: Glastonbury and Somerton
LSOA: South Somerset 002C

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-05.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Ansford.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Ansford based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

1 planning application found near Ansford.

- Land OS 4910 And OS 6011 North Of Burfitt Road And South Of Ansford Hill Ansford Castle Cary Somerset
Erection of 49 dwellings including affordable housing, access proposed from Burfitt Road, provision of pedestrian access and crossing over Ansford Hill, public open space and ancillary works
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: South Somerset | Date: 2025-12-23
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A brief summary of Ansford in Somerset

Ansford is a civil parish and village located in Somerset, England, just north of Castle Cary. With a population of 1,175, it offers a quaint residential setting that may be relevant for those exploring planning applications in the area. The settlement has a population of approximately 1,177 (2021 estimate). It sits within the South Somerset district.

Property prices in Ansford show an average sale price of £289,440, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry.

There were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period. This makes Ansford a particularly low-crime area.

Ansford has 3 conservation areas within its boundaries: Higher Flax Mills, Ansford, Castle Cary. 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.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Ansford planning applications can be searched by entering a local postcode above. Results include full application details, decision status, and the ability to track applications over time and set planning alerts to help you monitor and review pending planning applications.

Planning Activity in Ansford

In the last 24 months, 6 planning applications were submitted near Ansford. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 43 days.

This is notably above the national average of approximately 87%, suggesting a relatively permissive planning environment. Applicants near Ansford may find that well-prepared applications have a strong chance of success.

The average decision time of 43 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Ansford were outline applications (2), discharge of conditions (2), full planning applications (1).

In terms of development scale, 1 large-scale (major) development, 5 smaller schemes were submitted.

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