How long do planning decisions take near Godney?

The average planning decision time near Godney is 49 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 Godney?

The planning approval rate near Godney is 100%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Godney?

The most common type of planning application near Godney is discharge of conditions, with 1 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Godney?

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Godney, Somerset Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Godney, Somerset.

Somerset · England · settlement

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About Godney

Godney is a picturesque village and civil parish located near Glastonbury, nestled along the River Sheppey within the Somerset Levels. This charming area in Somerset offers a unique blend of rural character and accessibility, making it a point of interest for those researching planning applications in the region.

Population: 228 (2021)

District: Mendip

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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 005F

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Godney.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Godney based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

1 planning application found near Godney.

- Land (P61, P163 & P177) adjoining, Westhay Moor Drove, Godney, Wells, BA5 1RX
First periodic review of schedule 14 review of conditions attached to Planning Permissions Nos. 67359 dated 24 June 1964 (amended by Planning Permission Nos. 067359/006 dated 15 October 2007 and 2011/
Status: Undecided | Type: Conditions | Council: Somerset | Date: 2016-03-10
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A brief summary of Godney in Somerset

Property prices in Godney 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 Godney a particularly low-crime area.

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Planning Activity in Godney

In the last 24 months, 1 planning applications were submitted near Godney. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 49 days.

This is notably above the national average of approximately 87%, suggesting a relatively permissive planning environment. Applicants near Godney may find that well-prepared applications have a strong chance of success.

The average decision time of 49 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Godney were discharge of conditions (1).

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