How long do planning decisions take near Bathampton?

The average planning decision time near Bathampton is 52 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 Bathampton?

The planning approval rate near Bathampton is 96%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Bathampton?

The most common type of planning application near Bathampton is tree works applications, with 16 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Bathampton?

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Bathampton, Somerset Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Bathampton, Somerset.

Somerset · England · settlement

Planning applications in Bathampton 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 Bathampton

Bathampton is a picturesque village and civil parish located just 2 miles east of Bath, England, along the scenic south bank of the River Avon. With a population of 1,603, this charming community offers a blend of rural tranquility and proximity to urban amenities, making it an area of interest for planning applications related to residential and commercial development.

Population: 1,699 (2021)

District: Bath and North East Somerset

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £484,461 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: Bath and North East Somerset
Parliamentary constituency: Bath
LSOA: Bath and North East Somerset 018A

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-05.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Bathampton.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Bathampton based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

10 planning applications found near Bathampton.

26/02434/FUL - Treetops, 7A Devonshire Road, Bathampton, Bath, Bath And North East Somerset, BA2 6UB
Erection of single storey rear extension.
Status: Undecided | Type: Full Application | Council: Bath and North East Somerset | Date: 2026-07-01
- Treetops, 7A Devonshire Road, Bathampton, Bath, Bath And North East Somerset, BA2 6UB
Erection of single storey rear extension.
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Bath | Date: 2026-06-26
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- Station House , Station Road, Bathampton, Bath, Bath And North East Somerset, BA2 6TG
Mature Sycamore T1 - fell to ground level. Holly T2 - fell to ground level. Calycine Hawthorn T3 - fell to ground level.
Status: Undecided | Type: Trees | Council: Bath | Date: 2026-06-24
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- 51 Holcombe Close, Bathampton, Bath, Bath And North East Somerset, BA2 6UP
Erection of a single storey rear extension (Certificate of Lawfulness for a Proposed Development).
Status: Undecided | Type: Outline | Council: Bath | Date: 2026-03-31
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- 7 Chapel Row, Bathampton, Bath, Bath And North East Somerset, BA2 6TB
Willow T3 - reduced height to 6m (1/2 removed off the top). Cherry T2 - reduced height to 9m (1/3rd removed off the top). Birch T1 - reduced height to 9m (1/3rd removed off the top).
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Bath | Date: 2026-01-30
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- Ashley House, Dark Lane, Bathampton, Bath, Bath And North East Somerset, BA2 6SZ
Ash T1 - crown raise over footpath by 3m, removing overlong, possible hazardous limbs.
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Bath | Date: 2026-01-22
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- The Old Rectory , Bathampton Lane, Bathampton, Bath, Bath And North East Somerset, BA2 6ST
T1 Acer pseudoplatanus - Crown reduce 2m from top and 2 from sides leaving height of 8m and radial spread of 6m. G1 Carpinus betulus - Crown reduce 3x hornbeam on west side of trees by 2m leaving high
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Bath | Date: 2025-12-23
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- Little Orchard , 7B Devonshire Road, Bathampton, Bath, Bath And North East Somerset, BA2 6UB
Minor external works for a garden room following removal of conservatory, side extension and two windows and a roof light.
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Bath | Date: 2024-06-14
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- York House , Bathampton Lane, Bathampton, Bath, Bath And North East Somerset, BA2 6SW
Internal installation of secondary double glazing to vertical sliding sash windows.
Status: Permitted | Type: Heritage | Council: Bath | Date: 2024-01-26
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- 15 Holcombe Lane, Bathampton, Bath, Bath And North East Somerset, BA2 6UL
Prior approval request for a single storey rear extension that would 1) extend beyond the rear wall of the original house by 4.0 metres, 2) have a maximum height of 3.0 metres and 3) have eaves that a
Status: Permitted | Type: Outline | Council: Bath | Date: 2023-03-24
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A brief summary of Bathampton in Somerset

Property prices in Bathampton show an average sale price of £484,461, 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 Bathampton a particularly low-crime area.

Bathampton has 3 conservation areas within its boundaries: Bathampton, Bath, Batheaston. 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.

Ecology & Nature Designations

The area around Bathampton includes 2 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Combe Down and Bathampton Down Mines SSSI, Hampton Rocks Cutting SSSI; 4 Ancient Woodland sites; 1 Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB): Cotswolds; 1 Special Areas of Conservation (SAC): Bath & Bradford on Avon Bats. These designations may affect planning decisions, as proposals near protected sites require environmental impact assessment and may face additional restrictions.

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

In the last 24 months, 57 planning applications were submitted near Bathampton. Of these, 96% were approved, with an average decision time of 52 days.

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

The average decision time of 52 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Bathampton were tree works (16), full planning applications (8), discharge of conditions (8). The significant number of tree-related applications is typical for areas with mature tree cover or active tree preservation orders.

In terms of development scale, 4 medium-scale applications, 38 smaller schemes were submitted. The absence of major applications suggests the area is primarily characterised by smaller-scale improvements and extensions rather than large new developments.

Application Outcomes

Approved: 22 applications
Refused: 1 application
Awaiting decision: 32 applications

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