How long do planning decisions take near Bason Bridge?

The average planning decision time near Bason Bridge is 31 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 Bason Bridge?

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

What types of planning applications are most common near Bason Bridge?

The most common type of planning application near Bason Bridge is full planning applications, with 3 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Bason Bridge?

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Bason Bridge, Somerset Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Bason Bridge, Somerset.

Somerset · England · settlement

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Property Prices

Average property sale price: £337,236 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: Somerset
Parliamentary constituency: Bridgwater
LSOA: Sedgemoor 005E

Crime Statistics

9 crimes reported in 2026-03.

Crime Breakdown

violent-crime: 7
criminal-damage-arson: 2

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Bason Bridge.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Bason Bridge based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

2 planning applications found near Bason Bridge.

- 1 Ashlea Park, East Huntspill, Highbridge, Somerset, TA9 3QQ
Proposed side extension to include garage to the ground floor and bedroom / ensuite to the first floor
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Sedgemoor | Date: 2026-03-31
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- Land At, New Road, New Road, East Huntspill, Highbridge, Somerset, TA9
Application for modification/discharge of Planning Obligation (Section 106 Agreement) dated 28th February 2019 relating to Planning Permission 25/17/00053 to amend the Section 106 Agreement between (1
Status: Permitted | Type: Conditions | Council: Sedgemoor | Date: 2023-11-30
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A brief summary of Bason Bridge in Somerset

Bason Bridge is a settlement located in Somerset, England.

Property prices in Bason Bridge show an average sale price of £337,236, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry.

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

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Bason Bridge 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 Bason Bridge

In the last 24 months, 3 planning applications were submitted near Bason Bridge. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 31 days.

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

The average decision time of 31 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Bason Bridge were full planning applications (3). Full planning applications account for 100% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

In terms of development scale, 1 large-scale (major) development, 2 smaller schemes were submitted.

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