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Planning in Dolemeads

Approved
92%
827 of 851 decided
Decision time
about 11 weeks
on average

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Dolemeads in the last 24 months, from Bath and North East Somerset Council's planning register.

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Around Dolemeads

Postcode districts

BA1 937 applications in the last 12 monthsBA2 1,021 applications in the last 12 months

Applications in each district in the last 12 months.

Planning authority: Bath and North East Somerset Council

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About Dolemeads

Dolemeads is a settlement located in Somerset, England.

There are currently no active flood warnings for the Dolemeads 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 Dolemeads a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Dolemeads has 3 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Dolemeads 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 Dolemeads, 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, 1,163 planning applications were submitted near Dolemeads. Of these, 92% were approved, with an average decision time of 79 days.

The most common types were listed building and heritage (270), discharge of conditions (194), tree works (107). 4 large-scale developments were submitted during this period.

11 planning appeals were lodged, of which 0 were allowed and 11 were dismissed (0% success rate).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Dolemeads?
In the last 24 months, 1,163 planning applications were submitted near Dolemeads. The approval rate is 92%.
How long do planning decisions take near Dolemeads?
The average planning decision time near Dolemeads is 79 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 Dolemeads?
The planning approval rate near Dolemeads is 92%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Dolemeads?
The most common type of planning application near Dolemeads is listed building consent applications, with 270 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Dolemeads?
You can search and track planning applications near Dolemeads on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.