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Planning in Conkwell

Only 5 decisions near Conkwell in the last 2 years, too few to judge an approval rate.

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Conkwell in the last 24 months, from Wiltshire Council's planning register.

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About Conkwell

Conkwell is a hamlet located in the parish of Winsley, Wiltshire, near the North East Somerset border. Situated approximately 2.3 miles west of Bradford-on-Avon and 3 miles southeast of Bath, this settlement originally emerged to accommodate workers from the nearby stone quarries. Notably, while the southern part of Conkwell falls within Winsley parish, the northern section extends into the Somerset parish of Bathford, making it an interesting area for planning applications that may involve cross-border considerations. It sits within the Winsley district.

There are currently no active flood warnings for the Conkwell area, indicating a relatively low flood risk at present. This is a positive factor for both existing residents and those considering property purchases or new developments.

In terms of safety, there were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period (September 2026). This makes Conkwell a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Conkwell has 13 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Conkwell 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.

To comment on or object to a planning application near Conkwell, open it in the list above: each one links to the council's own page for it and shows any comment deadline.

In the last 24 months, 6 planning applications were submitted near Conkwell.

The most common types were full planning applications (3), listed building and heritage (1), tree works (1).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Conkwell?
In the last 24 months, 6 planning applications were submitted near Conkwell.
What types of planning applications are most common near Conkwell?
The most common type of planning application near Conkwell is full planning applications, with 3 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Conkwell?
You can search and track planning applications near Conkwell on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.