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Planning in Downside (BA3)

Approved
95%
18 of 19 decided
Decision time
about 6 weeks
on average

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Downside (BA3) in the last 24 months, from Somerset Council's planning register.

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About Downside (BA3)

Downside is a settlement located in Somerset, England.

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

The area around Downside has 4 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Downside 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 Downside, 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, 30 planning applications were submitted near Downside. Of these, 95% were approved, with an average decision time of 44 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (13), discharge of conditions (5), tree works (3). 1 large-scale development was submitted during this period.

1 planning appeal was lodged, of which 1 was allowed and 0 were dismissed (100% success rate).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Downside (BA3)?
In the last 24 months, 30 planning applications were submitted near Downside (BA3). The approval rate is 95%.
How long do planning decisions take near Downside (BA3)?
The average planning decision time near Downside (BA3) is 44 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 Downside (BA3)?
The planning approval rate near Downside (BA3) is 95%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Downside (BA3)?
The most common type of planning application near Downside (BA3) is full planning applications, with 13 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Downside (BA3)?
You can search and track planning applications near Downside (BA3) on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.