How long do planning decisions take near Fenny Castle?

The average planning decision time near Fenny Castle is 63 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 Fenny Castle?

The planning approval rate near Fenny Castle is 75%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Fenny Castle?

The most common type of planning application near Fenny Castle is full planning applications, with 4 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Fenny Castle?

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Fenny Castle, Somerset Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Fenny Castle, Somerset.

Somerset · England · settlement

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About Fenny Castle

Fenny Castle, located in the parish of Wookey, Somerset, features the remains of a historic motte and bailey castle. Recognised as a Scheduled Ancient Monument, the site is significant for its archaeological value, although it is not open to the public. Those researching planning applications in the area may find its historical status relevant to local development considerations.

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £389,669 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: Somerset
Parliamentary constituency: Wells and Mendip Hills
LSOA: Mendip 008E

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Fenny Castle.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Fenny Castle based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

1 planning application found near Fenny Castle.

- Scotswood House Yarley Hembury Lane Wookey Wells Somerset BA5 1NY
Erection of a single storey side extension as well as the erection of a two storey side extension
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Mendip | Date: 2024-07-12
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A brief summary of Fenny Castle in Somerset

Property prices in Fenny Castle show an average sale price of £389,669, 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 Fenny Castle a particularly low-crime area.

Ecology & Nature Designations

The area around Fenny Castle includes 1 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Ben Knowle SSSI. 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 Fenny Castle

In the last 24 months, 5 planning applications were submitted near Fenny Castle. Of these, 75% were approved, with an average decision time of 63 days.

This is below the national average of approximately 87%, which may reflect stricter local policies, sensitivity of the area, or higher levels of speculative applications. Pre-application advice is particularly worthwhile near Fenny Castle.

At 63 days on average, decisions near Fenny Castle slightly exceed the 8-week statutory target for minor applications, though this is common across many councils.

The most common application types near Fenny Castle were full planning applications (4), outline applications (1). Full planning applications account for 80% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

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