How long do planning decisions take near Ashwick?

The average planning decision time near Ashwick is 34 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 Ashwick?

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

What types of planning applications are most common near Ashwick?

The most common type of planning application near Ashwick is full planning applications, with 1 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Ashwick?

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Ashwick, Somerset Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Ashwick, Somerset.

Somerset · England · settlement

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About Ashwick

Ashwick is a village located in Somerset, England, approximately three miles north of Shepton Mallet and seven miles east of Wells. Established as a civil parish in 1826, it has a population of 1,352 as of the 2011 census. The parish encompasses Ashwick village, along with Gurney Slade, notable for its limestone quarry, and Oakhill, making it an area of interest for potential planning applications.

Population: 1,376 (2021)

District: Mendip

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £324,490 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: Bath and North East Somerset
Parliamentary constituency: Frome and East Somerset
LSOA: Bath and North East Somerset 026A

Crime Statistics

17 crimes reported in 2026-03.

Crime Breakdown

violent-crime: 8
other-theft: 3
other-crime: 2
anti-social-behaviour: 1
burglary: 1
public-order: 1
vehicle-crime: 1

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Ashwick.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Ashwick based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

1 planning application found near Ashwick.

- Neighbourne To Glen View, Neighbourne To Blackey Lane And Withy Lane. Shepton Mallet Somerset
Hedgerow removals in various places marked on site plans at Neighbourne to Glen View, Neighbourne to Blackey Lane and Withy Lane. The hedgerow removals are required to enable access for construction p
Status: Undecided | Type: Trees | Council: Mendip | Date: 2026-03-04
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A brief summary of Ashwick in Somerset

Property prices in Ashwick show an average sale price of £324,490, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry.

There were 17 crimes reported in the Ashwick area during the most recent period, a moderate level that is broadly in line with similar-sized settlements.

Ashwick has one conservation area within its boundaries: Oakhill. Planning applications within or near this conservation area 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.

Ecology & Nature Designations

The area around Ashwick includes 4 Ancient Woodland sites. These designations may affect planning decisions, as proposals near protected sites require environmental impact assessment and may face additional restrictions.

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Planning Activity in Ashwick

In the last 24 months, 3 planning applications were submitted near Ashwick. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 34 days.

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

The average decision time of 34 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Ashwick were full planning applications (1), tree works (1), discharge of conditions (1). Full planning applications account for 33% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

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