How long do planning decisions take near Barlake?

The average planning decision time near Barlake is 62 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 Barlake?

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

What types of planning applications are most common near Barlake?

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

How can I track planning applications near Barlake?

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Barlake, Somerset Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Barlake, Somerset.

Somerset · England · settlement

Planning applications in Barlake 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 Barlake

Holcombe is a quaint village and civil parish located in Somerset, England, featuring the hamlets of Barlake and Edford. Its proximity to major cities like Bristol and Bath makes it an attractive area for planning applications, especially for those considering commuting options.

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £372,333 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: Somerset
Parliamentary constituency: Wells and Mendip Hills
LSOA: Mendip 006B

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-05.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Barlake.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Barlake based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

5 planning applications found near Barlake.

- Plot East Of Vereker House Pitcot Lane Stratton On The Fosse Shepton Mallet Somerset
Application for a non-material amendment to permission 2020/1583/FUL for the alterations to the elevations.
Status: Permitted | Type: Amendment | Council: Mendip | Date: 2023-06-16
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- Benter Lodge Bath Road Stratton On The Fosse Radstock BA3 4SZ
Replacement of existing bathroom with shower room. Widening of 2 No. internal doors.
Status: Conditions | Type: Heritage | Council: Mendip | Date: 2019-05-24
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- Benter House, Benter, Stratton On The Fosse BA3 4SZ
Erection of enclosure fencing to new all weather tennis court.
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Mendip | Date: 2012-04-26
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- Benter House, Bath Road, Stratton On The Fosse, Shepton Mallet BA3 4SZ
Proposed new gates to driveway entrance.
Status: Conditions | Type: Heritage | Council: Mendip | Date: 2011-12-22
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- Benter House, Bath Road, Stratton On The Fosse, Shepton Mallet BA3 4SZ
Proposed new gates to driveway entrance.
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Mendip | Date: 2011-12-22
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A brief summary of Barlake in Somerset

Property prices in Barlake show an average sale price of £372,333, 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 Barlake a particularly low-crime area.

Ecology & Nature Designations

The area around Barlake includes 2 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Edford Woods & Meadows SSSI, St. Dunstan's Well Catchment SSSI; 7 Ancient Woodland sites; 1 Special Areas of Conservation (SAC): Mells Valley. 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 Barlake

In the last 24 months, 3 planning applications were submitted near Barlake. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 62 days.

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

At 62 days on average, decisions near Barlake slightly exceed the 8-week statutory target for minor applications, though this is common across many councils.

The most common application types near Barlake were full planning applications (2), other applications (1). Full planning applications account for 67% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

2 planning appeals were lodged, of which 0 were allowed and 2 were dismissed (0% success rate). This low success rate indicates that the council's refusal decisions are generally upheld by the Planning Inspectorate.

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