Brent Knoll, Somerset Planning Applications
Recent planning applications near Brent Knoll, Somerset.
Somerset · England · settlement
About Brent Knoll
Brent Knoll, a prominent 137-metre-high hill in Somerset, is a significant landmark located between Weston-super-Mare and Bridgwater, just 2.5 miles from the Bristol Channel coast. The hill lends its name to the nearby village of Brent Knoll, which was formerly known as South Brent, and is accompanied by the village of East Brent at its base. Its striking elevation and isolated position enhance its visibility across the landscape, making it a notable feature for those considering planning applications in the surrounding area, especially given the proximity of major transport routes like the M5 motorway and the Bristol to Taunton railway line.
Population: 1,253 (2021)
District: Sedgemoor
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Town Insights
Property Prices
Average property sale price: £297,677 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).
Area Information
- Admin district: Somerset
- Parliamentary constituency: Wells and Mendip Hills
- LSOA: Sedgemoor 002H
Crime Statistics
0 crimes reported in 2026-02.
Flood Risk
No active flood warnings near Brent Knoll.
Keyword Scorecard
Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Brent Knoll.
- 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 Brent Knoll based on the last 24 months of planning data.
Nearby Applications
4 planning applications found near Brent Knoll.
- - 100 Brent Street, Brent Knoll, Highbridge, Somerset, TA9 4EH
Remove 2No. branches of 1No. Evergreen Oak (T1) (TPO Ref G1) as shown on photo 1. Remove 4No. branches of 1No. Evergreen Oak (T2) (TPO Ref G1) as shown on photo 2.
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Sedgemoor | Date: 2026-03-25
View full details - - 118 Brent Street, Brent Knoll, Highbridge, Somerset, TA9 4BB
Crown reduce 1No. Oak (T1) (TPO Ref T1) by 2-3m (with finishing height of approx. 17-18m), crown thin by 20% and remove all epicormic growth and deadwood.
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Sedgemoor | Date: 2026-02-04
View full details - - Public Conveniences Adjacent Brent Knoll Parish Hall, Brent Street, Brent Knoll, Highbridge, Somerset, TA9 4EH
Variation of Conditions 2 & 3 of Planning Permission 07/22/00023 (Erection of community shop and public toilets on the site of the existing public conveniences (to be demolished), with the removal of
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Sedgemoor | Date: 2024-08-26
View full details - - 6 The Willows, Brent Knoll, Highbridge, Somerset, TA9 4EJ
Repollard Willow (T10) (TPO Ref T10) back to previous pollard head.
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Sedgemoor | Date: 2023-08-11
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A brief summary of Brent Knoll in Somerset
Brent Knoll, a prominent 137-metre-high hill in Somerset, is a significant landmark located between Weston-super-Mare and Bridgwater, just 2.5 miles from the Bristol Channel coast. The hill lends its name to the nearby village of Brent Knoll, which was formerly known as South Brent, and is accompanied by the village of East Brent at its base. Its striking elevation and isolated position enhance its visibility across the landscape, making it a notable feature for those considering planning applications in the surrounding area, especially given the proximity of major transport routes like the M5 motorway and the Bristol to Taunton railway line. The settlement has a population of approximately 1,253 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Sedgemoor district.
Property prices in Brent Knoll show an average sale price of £297,677, 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 Brent Knoll a particularly low-crime area.
For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Brent Knoll 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 Brent Knoll
In the last 24 months, 9 planning applications were submitted near Brent Knoll. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 35 days.
This is notably above the national average of approximately 87%, suggesting a relatively permissive planning environment. Applicants near Brent Knoll may find that well-prepared applications have a strong chance of success.
The average decision time of 35 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.
The most common application types near Brent Knoll were full planning applications (5), tree works (3), listed building and heritage (1). Full planning applications account for 56% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.
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