How long do planning decisions take near Claverton Down?

The average planning decision time near Claverton Down is 62 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 Claverton Down?

The planning approval rate near Claverton Down is 92%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Claverton Down?

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

How can I track planning applications near Claverton Down?

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Claverton Down, Somerset Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Claverton Down, Somerset.

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About Claverton Down

Claverton Down is a suburban area located on the southeast hilltop of Bath, Somerset. It connects to the Bathwick district via Bathwick Hill, offering a residential setting with easy access to the amenities of Bath. This proximity to the city makes it a relevant area for those researching planning applications and development opportunities.

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £488,970 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: Wiltshire
Parliamentary constituency: Melksham and Devizes
LSOA: Wiltshire 023B

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Claverton Down based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

1 planning application found near Claverton Down.

- 27 Flatwoods Road, Claverton Down, Bath, Bath And North East Somerset, BA2 7AQ
Variation of conditions 2 (Plans List (Compliance)) and removal of condition 9 (Bound/Compacted Vehicle Access (Pre-occupation)) of application 21/04779/FUL (Erection of a single dwelling and associat
Status: Permitted | Type: Conditions | Council: Bath | Date: 2024-12-02
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A brief summary of Claverton Down in Somerset

Property prices in Claverton Down show an average sale price of £488,970, 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 Claverton Down a particularly low-crime area.

Claverton Down has 3 conservation areas within its boundaries: Monkton Combe, Bath, Claverton. 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 Claverton Down includes 3 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Combe Down and Bathampton Down Mines SSSI, Midford Valley Woods SSSI, North Road Quarry, Bath SSSI; 9 Ancient Woodland sites; 1 Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB): Cotswolds; 5 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 Claverton Down

In the last 24 months, 23 planning applications were submitted near Claverton Down. Of these, 92% were approved, with an average decision time of 62 days.

This is slightly above the national average of approximately 87%, indicating a broadly favourable planning environment near Claverton Down.

At 62 days on average, decisions near Claverton Down slightly exceed the 8-week statutory target for minor applications, though this is common across many councils.

The most common application types near Claverton Down were tree works (11), discharge of conditions (6), 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, 2 medium-scale applications, 21 smaller schemes were submitted.

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