Frome, Somerset Planning Applications
Recent planning applications near Frome, Somerset.
Somerset · England · Town
Planning applications in Frome are administered by Bath And North East Somerset Council. View the full Bath And North East Somerset Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.
About Frome
Frome, a town and civil parish in Somerset, England, is situated on elevated terrain at the eastern edge of the Mendip Hills, alongside the River Frome. Located 13 miles south of Bath, it had a population of 28,559 as of 2021, making it a vibrant area for potential planning applications and development opportunities.
Population: 28,567 (2021) · Area: 832.0 km² · Elevation: 65m
District: Mendip
Website: http://www.frome-tc.gov.uk/
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Town Insights
Property Prices
Average property sale price: £395,073 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).
Area Information
- Admin district: Somerset
- Parliamentary constituency: Frome and East Somerset
- LSOA: Mendip 007A
Crime Statistics
0 crimes reported in 2026-05.
Flood Risk
No active flood warnings near Frome.
Keyword Scorecard
Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Frome.
- 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 Frome based on the last 24 months of planning data.
Nearby Applications
37 planning applications found near Frome.
- - Sydney House Christchurch Street West Frome Somerset BA11 1EB
Alterations to existing rear porch to include new roof, coverings, rainwater goods, door and glazing
Status: Undecided | Type: Heritage | Council: Mendip | Date: 2026-05-08
View full details - - Combepyne Park Road Frome Somerset BA11 1EU
Single Storey Rear Extension and Garage Conversion
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Mendip | Date: 2026-05-05
View full details - - 3 Long Ground Frome Somerset BA11 1PJ
Erection of first floor rear extension.
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Mendip | Date: 2026-04-14
View full details - - 18 Foster Road Frome Somerset BA11 1NZ
The erection of a single storey extension to the rear elevation of the proerty (amended 21.04.2026)
Status: Undecided | Type: Outline | Council: Mendip | Date: 2026-04-13
View full details - - 35 Somerset Road Frome Somerset BA11 1HD
Ash (1) - Lower limb on left to be removed & 5m pruning from top to reshape. Ash (2) - Fell. Poplar (3) - Lower overhanging branches to be removed & 10m pruning from top to reshape. Ash (4) - 5m pruni
Status: Undecided | Type: Trees | Council: Mendip | Date: 2026-04-13
View full details - - 41B Lower Keyford Frome Somerset BA11 4AR
Change of use from furniture restoration workshop (Use Class E(g)(iii)) to one-bedroom apartment at first-floor level, with associated ground-floor domestic workshop space ancillary to Flat 1, 41A, in
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Mendip | Date: 2026-03-18
View full details - - 58 Keyford Frome Somerset BA11 1JT
T1 - Oak - Crown reduction by 2m and removal of dead wood.
Status: Undecided | Type: Trees | Council: Mendip | Date: 2026-03-04
View full details - - 21 Stourton View Frome Somerset BA11 4DY
Erection of two storey side extension self-contained annexe. New annexe accommodation is incidental and ancillary to the main house.
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Mendip | Date: 2026-02-19
View full details - - Land At 377620 146494 Little Keyford Lane To The Mount Blatchbridge Frome Somerset
Approval of details of S106 agreement of consent 2020/0341/OTS 3rd Schedule, Part 3 Travel Plan.
Status: Undecided | Type: Conditions | Council: Mendip | Date: 2026-02-09
View full details - - 15 Redland Terrace Frome Somerset BA11 1HT
T1 - Ornamental Cherry - Pollard by 3m
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Mendip | Date: 2026-02-02
View full details - - 1 Rook Lane Frome Somerset BA11 1DF
T1 - Field Maple - Fell
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Mendip | Date: 2026-01-21
View full details - - 7 Vicarage Street Frome Somerset BA11 1PX
Application for a proposed lawful development certificate for installation of conservation-style rooflights.
Status: Permitted | Type: Outline | Council: Mendip | Date: 2026-01-06
View full details - - Monks Farm 47 Lower Keyford Frome Somerset BA11 4AS
G1 - Conifer - Reduce trees to height of earlier reduction at northern end of group up to 8 meters. Trim front face to contain size. A reduction of lateral growth into garden by no more than 1m.
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Mendip | Date: 2026-01-06
View full details - - The Lucky Chance Portway Frome Somerset BA11 1QR
Construction of a lean-to side extension to provide a Green Room, office and storage facilities.
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Mendip | Date: 2025-12-23
View full details - - 33 Nunney Road Frome Somerset BA11 4LA
Single story rear extension, new casement windows to the existing house, front door porch canopy and rear fencing.
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Mendip | Date: 2025-12-12
View full details - - 84 Weymouth Road Frome Somerset BA11 1HJ
Single storey rear extension
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Mendip | Date: 2025-12-10
View full details - - The Old Vicarage Vicarage Street Frome Somerset BA11 1PU
T1 - T10 - Lime - Reduce crown by 2-3m.
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Mendip | Date: 2025-12-03
View full details - - 14 Butts Hill Frome Somerset BA11 1HU
T1 - Holly - Fell & replaced with native species near current location.
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Mendip | Date: 2025-12-03
View full details - - 14A The Butts Frome Somerset BA11 4AA
Removal of existing flat roof extension & new pitched roof extension with side pergola.
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Mendip | Date: 2025-12-01
View full details - - 8 Somerset Road Frome Somerset BA11 1HB
T1- Pear - Fell.
Status: Undecided | Type: Trees | Council: Mendip | Date: 2025-10-24
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A brief summary of Frome in Somerset
Frome, a town and civil parish in Somerset, England, is situated on elevated terrain at the eastern edge of the Mendip Hills, alongside the River Frome. Located 13 miles south of Bath, it had a population of 28,559 as of 2021, making it a vibrant area for potential planning applications and development opportunities. The Town has a population of approximately 28,567 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Mendip district.
Frome sits at an elevation of 65 metres above sea level and covers an area of approximately 832.0 km². The surrounding landscape and character of the area play an important role in how planning applications are assessed by the local authority.
Property prices in Frome show an average sale price of £395,073, 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 Frome a particularly low-crime area.
Frome has one conservation area within its boundaries: Frome. 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.
For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Frome planning applications can be searched by entering a local postcode above. Further local information can be found on the community website at http://www.frome-tc.gov.uk/. 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.
Planning Activity in Frome
In the last 24 months, 85 planning applications were submitted near Frome. 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 Frome 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 Frome were full planning applications (29), tree works (29), discharge of conditions (12). Full planning applications account for 34% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.
In terms of development scale, 3 large-scale (major) developments, 82 smaller schemes were submitted.
Application Outcomes
- Approved: 28 applications
- Refused: 0 applications
- Awaiting decision: 57 applications
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