How long do planning decisions take near Congresbury?

The average planning decision time near Congresbury is 41 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 Congresbury?

The planning approval rate near Congresbury is 100%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Congresbury?

The most common type of planning application near Congresbury is tree works applications, with 3 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Congresbury?

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Congresbury, Somerset Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Congresbury, Somerset.

Somerset · England · settlement

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About Congresbury

Congresbury is a charming village and civil parish situated on the northwestern slopes of the Mendip Hills in North Somerset, England. With a population of 3,497 as of 2011, it is conveniently located along the A370, just 13 miles south of Bristol and 7 miles east of Weston-super-Mare. The village is traversed by the Congresbury Yeo river and also encompasses the nearby hamlet of Brinsea, making it an appealing area for planning applications related to residential and commercial development.

Population: 3,725 (2021)

District: North Somerset

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Area Information

Admin district: North Somerset
Parliamentary constituency: Wells and Mendip Hills
LSOA: North Somerset 014A

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Congresbury.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Congresbury based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

4 planning applications found near Congresbury.

- King George V Jubilee Playing Fields Stonewell Drive Congresbury BS49 5DW
TPO 150 - London Plane - crown reduce by 3m, crown lift up to 3m from ground level to reduce nuisance of low hanging branches. Impacting on neighbouring property, therefore we would request to reduce
Status: Unresolved | Type: Trees | Council: North Somerset | Date: 2026-01-12
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- The Vicarage Station Road Congresbury BS49 5DX
Western Red Cedar (1) - Reduce height by 3m. Raise low canopy to 4.5m above road and 2.5m above ground level rest of canopy. Cut back on West side to give 2.5m clearance from roof. Cut back from stree
Status: Unresolved | Type: Trees | Council: North Somerset | Date: 2025-09-23
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- 27 Silverstone Way Congresbury BS49 5ES
Proposed alterations to the existing rear dormer to form a balcony.
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: North Somerset | Date: 2024-06-21
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- Bridge House High Street Congresbury BS49 5JA
Enclose overhang to north-west elevation overlooking courtyard incorporating extended roof to form open pitched roof canopy
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: North Somerset | Date: 2023-03-02
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A brief summary of Congresbury in Somerset

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

Congresbury has one conservation area within its boundaries: Congresbury. 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 Congresbury includes 1 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Biddle Street, Yatton SSSI; 2 Ancient Woodland sites. 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 Congresbury

In the last 24 months, 10 planning applications were submitted near Congresbury. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 41 days.

This is notably above the national average of approximately 87%, suggesting a relatively permissive planning environment. Applicants near Congresbury may find that well-prepared applications have a strong chance of success.

The average decision time of 41 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Congresbury were tree works (3), discharge of conditions (3), full planning applications (1). The significant number of tree-related applications is typical for areas with mature tree cover or active tree preservation orders.

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