How long do planning decisions take near Blatchbridge?

The average planning decision time near Blatchbridge is 59 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 Blatchbridge?

The planning approval rate near Blatchbridge is 67%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Blatchbridge?

The most common type of planning application near Blatchbridge is discharge of conditions, with 4 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Blatchbridge?

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Blatchbridge, Somerset Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Blatchbridge, Somerset.

Somerset · England · settlement

Planning applications in Blatchbridge 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 Blatchbridge

Blatchbridge is a hamlet located in the civil parish of Selwood, Somerset, situated along the B3092 road connecting Frome to Maiden Bradley. This small community offers a unique setting for potential development and planning applications, benefiting from its strategic position within the picturesque Somerset countryside.

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Area Information

Admin district: Somerset
Parliamentary constituency: Frome and East Somerset
LSOA: Mendip 003B

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-05.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Blatchbridge.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Blatchbridge based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

4 planning applications found near Blatchbridge.

- Paddocks End Vinney Lane Tytherington Frome Somerset BA11 5BN
Approval of details reserved by condition 4 (Implementation of Wildlife Scheme) on planning consent 2024/0449/REM (Application for approval of reserved matters following outline approval 2023/0380/OUT
Status: Undecided | Type: Conditions | Council: Mendip | Date: 2026-02-10
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- Paddocks End Vinney Lane Tytherington Frome Somerset BA11 5BN
Approval of details reserved by conditions 2 (Reserved Matters), 5 (Surface Water Drainage System), 6 (Drainage - Foul), 7 (External Lighting), 8 (Glazing), 9 (Retention of Hedgerow), 10 (Provision fo
Status: Permitted | Type: Conditions | Council: Mendip | Date: 2024-06-09
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- Barn On Land West Of B3092 Selwood BA11 5EG
Prior approval for a proposed change of use of agricultural building to a dwellinghouse (Class C3) and for associated operational development
Status: Rejected | Type: Outline | Council: Mendip | Date: 2017-04-07
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- Land West Of B3092 Selwood BA11 5EG
Application for prior approval to change the use of a building from an agricultural building to a dwelling.
Status: Rejected | Type: Outline | Council: Mendip | Date: 2015-04-02
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A brief summary of Blatchbridge in Somerset

There were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period. This makes Blatchbridge a particularly low-crime area.

Blatchbridge has one conservation area within its boundaries: Frome. Planning applications within or near this conservation area 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 Blatchbridge includes 1 Ancient Woodland site. 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 Blatchbridge

In the last 24 months, 8 planning applications were submitted near Blatchbridge. Of these, 67% were approved, with an average decision time of 59 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 Blatchbridge.

At 59 days on average, decisions near Blatchbridge slightly exceed the 8-week statutory target for minor applications, though this is common across many councils.

The most common application types near Blatchbridge were discharge of conditions (4), full planning applications (1), listed building and heritage (1).

In terms of development scale, 1 large-scale (major) development, 7 smaller schemes were submitted.

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