How long do planning decisions take near Burcott?

The average planning decision time near Burcott is 32 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 Burcott?

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

What types of planning applications are most common near Burcott?

The most common type of planning application near Burcott is discharge of conditions, with 3 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Burcott?

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Burcott, Somerset Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Burcott, Somerset.

Somerset · England · settlement

Planning applications in Burcott 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 Burcott

Burcott, located in the civil parish of St Cuthbert Out in Somerset, England, encircles the city and parish of Wells. As of the 2021 census, the population of St Cuthbert Out stands at 4,574, reflecting growth from 3,749 in 2011. This vibrant community offers potential insights for those researching planning applications in the area.

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Area Information

Admin district: Somerset
Parliamentary constituency: Wells and Mendip Hills
LSOA: Mendip 008A

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Burcott.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Burcott based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

2 planning applications found near Burcott.

- Land At Burcott House Farm Pennybatch Lane Burcott Wells Somerset
Erection of an agricultural workers dwelling. (amended description 11.04.25)
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Mendip | Date: 2023-09-19
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- Somerleaze House Wells Road Wookey Wells Somerset BA5 1JU
Application for approval of details reserved by conditions 2 (Existing and Proposed Levels (Pre-commencement)) on planning consent 2022/0484/REM.
Status: Permitted | Type: Conditions | Council: Mendip | Date: 2023-05-19
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A brief summary of Burcott in Somerset

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

Ecology & Nature Designations

The area around Burcott includes 2 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Wookey Station SSSI, Ben Knowle SSSI; 1 Ancient Woodland site; 1 Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB): Mendip Hills. 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 Burcott

In the last 24 months, 6 planning applications were submitted near Burcott. Of these, 67% were approved, with an average decision time of 32 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 Burcott.

The average decision time of 32 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Burcott were discharge of conditions (3), full planning applications (1), amendments (1).

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