How long do planning decisions take near Bathford?

The average planning decision time near Bathford is 49 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 Bathford?

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

What types of planning applications are most common near Bathford?

The most common type of planning application near Bathford is tree works applications, with 11 submissions in the last 24 months.

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Bathford, Somerset Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Bathford, Somerset.

Somerset · England · settlement

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About Bathford

Population: 1,864 (2021)

District: Bath and North East Somerset

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Area Information

Admin district: Bath and North East Somerset
Parliamentary constituency: Bath
LSOA: Bath and North East Somerset 007F

Crime Statistics

9 crimes reported in 2026-03.

Crime Breakdown

burglary: 3
vehicle-crime: 2
violent-crime: 2
criminal-damage-arson: 1
public-order: 1

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Bathford.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Bathford based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

13 planning applications found near Bathford.

- 76 High Street, Bathford, Bath, Bath And North East Somerset, BA1 7TG
Discharge of condition 3 (Arboriculture - Replacement Trees (Bespoke Trigger)) of application 22/01462/FUL (Raised of roof and first floor extension, erection of single-storey rear/side extension and
Status: Undecided | Type: Conditions | Council: Bath | Date: 2026-04-23
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26/01574/COND - 76 High Street, Bathford, Bath, Bath And North East Somerset, BA1 7TG
Discharge of condition 3 (Arboriculture - Replacement Trees (Bespoke Trigger)) of application 22/01462/FUL (Raised of roof and first floor extension, erection of single-storey rear/side extension and
Status: Undecided | Type: Discharge of Condition | Council: Bath and North East Somerset | Date: 2026-04-23
- 1 Tyndale , Dovers Park, Bathford, Bath, Bath And North East Somerset, BA1 7UB
T1 Crown reduce Yew tree on garden side by approximately 1.5m to re-shape
Status: Undecided | Type: Trees | Council: Bath | Date: 2026-04-10
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- The Royal British Legion , Bathford Hill, Bathford, Bath, Bath And North East Somerset, BA1 7SN
T1 Section fell Ivy clad, dead Silver Birch tree to as close to ground level as possible
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Bath | Date: 2026-03-27
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- 9 Manor Drive, Bathford, Bath, Bath And North East Somerset, BA1 7TY
Silver Birch T1 - cut down to ground level.
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Bath | Date: 2026-02-04
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- 79 Dovers Park, Bathford, Bath, Bath And North East Somerset, BA1 7UD
Non-Material Amendment to Application No. 25/01260/FUL (Erection of single storey and two storey rear extensions to a dwelling)
Status: Permitted | Type: Amendment | Council: Bath | Date: 2026-01-08
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- 66 Ashley Road, Bathford, Bath, Bath And North East Somerset, BA1 7TS
Demolition of existing garage, conservatory, outbuilding and rear single storey extension. New rear and side extension. Associated landscape and external works.
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Bath | Date: 2025-12-16
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- 46 Bathford Hill, Bathford, Bath, Bath And North East Somerset, BA1 7SN
Internal and external alterations to insert a window into the north west elevation.
Status: Permitted | Type: Heritage | Council: Bath | Date: 2025-06-16
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- 76 High Street, Bathford, Bath, Bath And North East Somerset, BA1 7TG
9x Leyland Cypress forming a hedge - fell.
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Bath | Date: 2025-01-15
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- 51 High Street, Bathford, Bath, Bath And North East Somerset, BA1 7SZ
Goat Willow 1 and Silver Birch 2 - Fell.
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Bath | Date: 2024-06-24
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- 11 Dovers Park, Bathford, Bath, Bath And North East Somerset, BA1 7UB
Replace existing conservatory with a replica roof extension.
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Bath | Date: 2023-10-18
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- 5 Ashley Road, Bathford, Bath, Bath And North East Somerset, BA1 7TT
3 no Birch Trees, minor reductions of approx 1.5 - 2m removed from height and width.
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Bath | Date: 2023-09-20
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- 1 Titan Drive , Bathford Hill, Bathford, Bath, Bath And North East Somerset, BA1 7SW
Non-material amendment to application 22/03587/FUL (Single storey rear sun room extension).
Status: Rejected | Type: Amendment | Council: Bath | Date: 2023-05-24
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A brief summary of Bathford in Somerset

Bathford is a picturesque village and civil parish located 3 miles east of Bath, England, with a population of 1,759. Covering an area of over 1,800 acres, which includes the nearby hamlet of Warleigh, Bathford presents a unique setting for potential planning applications within a vibrant community. The settlement has a population of approximately 1,864 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Bath and North East Somerset district.

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

Bathford has 2 conservation areas within its boundaries: Monkton Farleigh, Bathford. 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 Bathford includes 1 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Brown's Folly SSSI; 7 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.

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Planning Activity in Bathford

In the last 24 months, 26 planning applications were submitted near Bathford. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 49 days.

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

The average decision time of 49 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Bathford were tree works (11), listed building and heritage (5), full planning applications (4). 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, 1 medium-scale application, 22 smaller schemes were submitted.

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