How long do planning decisions take near Barrow Common?

The average planning decision time near Barrow Common is 87 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 Barrow Common?

The planning approval rate near Barrow Common is 50%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Barrow Common?

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

How can I track planning applications near Barrow Common?

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Barrow Common, Somerset Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Barrow Common, Somerset.

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About Barrow Common

Barrow Gurney, a village and civil parish in North Somerset, England, is located on the B3130, conveniently positioned between the A38 and A370, just 5 miles southwest of Bristol city centre. The civil parish encompasses Barrow Common and has a population of 349, making it a small but notable community for those considering planning applications in the area. Its proximity to Bristol Airport and local transport links adds to its appeal for potential developments.

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Area Information

Admin district: North Somerset
Parliamentary constituency: North Somerset
LSOA: North Somerset 006C

Crime Statistics

9 crimes reported in 2026-03.

Crime Breakdown

violent-crime: 4
drugs: 2
burglary: 1
criminal-damage-arson: 1
other-theft: 1

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Barrow Common.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Barrow Common based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

1 planning application found near Barrow Common.

- 58 Dundry Lane Dundry BS41 8JQ
Application to change use of building from holiday let to dwellinghouse
Status: Withdrawn | Type: Full | Council: North Somerset | Date: 2026-01-27
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A brief summary of Barrow Common in Somerset

There were 9 crimes reported in the Barrow Common area during the most recent period, a moderate level that is broadly in line with similar-sized settlements.

Ecology & Nature Designations

The area around Barrow Common includes 1 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Hartcliff Rocks Quarry SSSI; 3 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 Barrow Common

In the last 24 months, 3 planning applications were submitted near Barrow Common. Of these, 50% were approved, with an average decision time of 87 days.

This is below the national average of approximately 87%, which may reflect stricter local policies, sensitivity of the area, or higher levels of speculative applications. Pre-application advice is particularly worthwhile near Barrow Common.

The average decision period of 87 days exceeds the 8-week target for minor applications but falls within the 13-week target for major schemes. Applicants should plan for approximately 13 weeks from submission to decision.

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

In terms of development scale, 2 medium-scale applications, 1 smaller scheme were submitted.

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