How long do planning decisions take near Chewton Keynsham?

The average planning decision time near Chewton Keynsham is 48 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 Chewton Keynsham?

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

What types of planning applications are most common near Chewton Keynsham?

The most common type of planning application near Chewton Keynsham is full planning applications, with 5 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Chewton Keynsham?

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Chewton Keynsham, Somerset Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Chewton Keynsham, Somerset.

Somerset · England · settlement

Planning applications in Chewton Keynsham 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 Chewton Keynsham

Chewton Keynsham is a picturesque hamlet situated along the River Chew in the Chew Valley, Somerset. Located just 7 miles from both Bristol and Bath, and only 2 miles south of Keynsham town centre, it offers a unique blend of rural charm and accessibility, making it a noteworthy area for planning applications and local developments.

District: Bath and North East Somerset

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £380,105 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: Bath and North East Somerset
Parliamentary constituency: North East Somerset and Hanham
LSOA: Bath and North East Somerset 003C

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Chewton Keynsham based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

4 planning applications found near Chewton Keynsham.

26/01999/FUL - 1 Tithe Barn , Chewton Road, Chewton Keynsham, Keynsham, Bath And North East Somerset, BS31 2SU
Replacement of glazed porch linking main house to an annexe
Status: Undecided | Type: Full Application | Council: Bath and North East Somerset | Date: 2026-05-26
- 1 Tithe Barn , Chewton Road, Chewton Keynsham, Keynsham, Bath And North East Somerset, BS31 2SU
Replacing a single storey side extension that links two parts of the home. (Certificate of Lawfulness for a Proposed Development)
Status: Withdrawn | Type: Outline | Council: Bath | Date: 2026-03-16
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- Warners Farm, Chewton Road, Chewton Keynsham, Keynsham, Bath And North East Somerset, BS31 2SS
Variation of condition 1 (Plans List (Compliance)) of application 24/01996/VAR (Variation of condition 1 (Plans List (Compliance)) of application 23/01181/VAR (Variation of conditions 1 (Plans List (C
Status: Undecided | Type: Conditions | Council: Bath | Date: 2025-10-01
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- Warners Farm, Chewton Road, Chewton Keynsham, Keynsham, Bristol, Bath And North East Somerset, BS31 2SS
Variation of conditions 1 (Plans List (Compliance)), 2 (Materials - Submission of Schedule and Samples (Bespoke Trigger)), 3 (Maintenance of surface water drainage network (pre-occupation)), 4 (Implem
Status: Permitted | Type: Conditions | Council: Bath | Date: 2023-03-24
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A brief summary of Chewton Keynsham in Somerset

Property prices in Chewton Keynsham show an average sale price of £380,105, 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 Chewton Keynsham a particularly low-crime area.

Chewton Keynsham has one conservation area within its boundaries: Keynsham. 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.

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Planning Activity in Chewton Keynsham

In the last 24 months, 13 planning applications were submitted near Chewton Keynsham. Of these, 67% were approved, with an average decision time of 48 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 Chewton Keynsham.

The average decision time of 48 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Chewton Keynsham were full planning applications (5), discharge of conditions (2), outline applications (1). Full planning applications account for 38% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

In terms of development scale, 1 medium-scale application, 8 smaller schemes were submitted.

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