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Planning in Batheaston

Approved
100%
35 of 35 decided
Decision time
about 9 weeks
on average

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Batheaston in the last 24 months, from Bath and North East Somerset Council's planning register.

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About Batheaston

Batheaston is a village and civil parish located just 2 miles east of Bath, situated on the north bank of the River Avon. As of the 2011 census, it has a population of 2,735 residents. The northern part of the parish, known as Northend, is accessible via the road to St Catherine, making it a notable area for potential planning applications and developments. The settlement has a population of approximately 2,777 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Bath and North East Somerset district.

There are currently no active flood warnings for the Batheaston area, indicating a relatively low flood risk at present. This is a positive factor for both existing residents and those considering property purchases or new developments.

In terms of safety, there were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period (September 2026). This makes Batheaston a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Batheaston has 7 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Batheaston 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. Further local information can be found on the community website at http://www.batheaston.org/.

To comment on or object to a planning application near Batheaston, open it in the list above: each one links to the council's own page for it and shows any comment deadline.

In the last 24 months, 60 planning applications were submitted near Batheaston. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 60 days.

The most common types were tree works (13), listed building and heritage (5), discharge of conditions (2).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Batheaston?
In the last 24 months, 60 planning applications were submitted near Batheaston. The approval rate is 100%.
How long do planning decisions take near Batheaston?
The average planning decision time near Batheaston is 60 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 Batheaston?
The planning approval rate near Batheaston is 100%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Batheaston?
The most common type of planning application near Batheaston is tree works applications, with 13 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Batheaston?
You can search and track planning applications near Batheaston on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.