Hapsford, Somerset Planning Applications
Recent planning applications near Hapsford, Somerset.
Somerset · England · settlement
Planning applications in Hapsford 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 Hapsford
Great Elm is a village and civil parish located in Somerset, England, nestled between Mells and Frome. The parish encompasses the hamlet of Hapsford and had a recorded population of 171 in 2011, making it a small but vibrant community that may be of interest for planning applications in the area.
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Area Information
- Admin district: Somerset
- Parliamentary constituency: Frome and East Somerset
- LSOA: Mendip 010E
Crime Statistics
0 crimes reported in 2026-05.
Flood Risk
No active flood warnings near Hapsford.
Keyword Scorecard
Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Hapsford.
- 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 Hapsford based on the last 24 months of planning data.
Nearby Applications
5 planning applications found near Hapsford.
- - Hapsford Stables Hapsford Farm Elm Lane To Hapsford Hill Great Elm Frome Somerset BA11 3NW
Approval of details reserved by conditions 4 (European Protected Species Mitigation Licence) and 7 (Provision for Swallows) on planning consent 2024/1700/FUL
Status: Undecided | Type: Conditions | Council: Mendip | Date: 2026-03-20
View full details - - Hapsford Stables Hapsford Farm Elm Lane To Hapsford Hill Great Elm Frome Somerset BA11 3NW
Application to remove condition 7 (Private use of Approved Stables) of planning approval 2024/0883/FUL (Demolition of existing stable block and erection of new stable block and associated works).
Status: Permitted | Type: Conditions | Council: Mendip | Date: 2025-12-12
View full details - - Land Centred Coordinates 374993 149559 Buckland Lane Great Elm Frome Somerset
Change of use from agricultural land to campsite, consisting of 2 Shepherd Huts, 2 yurts or safari tents, one cabin, four tent pitches & small utility building.
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Mendip | Date: 2025-11-17
View full details - - Hapsford Stables Hapsford Farm Elm Lane To Hapsford Hill Great Elm Frome Somerset BA11 3NW
Approval of details reserved by condition 3 (Construction Ecological Environmental Management Plan) on planning consent 2024/1700/FUL
Status: Undecided | Type: Conditions | Council: Mendip | Date: 2025-05-07
View full details - - Hapsford Stables Hapsford Farm Elm Lane To Hapsford Hill Great Elm Frome Somerset BA11 3NW
Demolition of existing estate dwelling (The Cottage) and erection of 1 No. replacement custom-build dwelling, access track and associated works.
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Mendip | Date: 2024-12-27
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A brief summary of Hapsford in Somerset
Great Elm is a village and civil parish located in Somerset, England, nestled between Mells and Frome. The parish encompasses the hamlet of Hapsford and had a recorded population of 171 in 2011, making it a small but vibrant community that may be of interest for planning applications in the area.
There were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period. This makes Hapsford a particularly low-crime area.
Hapsford has 3 conservation areas within its boundaries: Buckland Dinham, Lullington and Orchardleigh, Frome. Planning applications within or near these conservation areas 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.
Ecology & Nature Designations
The area around Hapsford includes 1 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Vallis Vale SSSI; 4 Ancient Woodland sites; 1 Special Areas of Conservation (SAC): Mells Valley. These designations may affect planning decisions, as proposals near protected sites require environmental impact assessment and may face additional restrictions.
For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Hapsford 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.
Planning Activity in Hapsford
In the last 24 months, 6 planning applications were submitted near Hapsford. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 73 days.
This is notably above the national average of approximately 87%, suggesting a relatively permissive planning environment. Applicants near Hapsford may find that well-prepared applications have a strong chance of success.
The average decision period of 73 days exceeds the 8-week target for minor applications but falls within the 13-week target for major schemes. Applicants should plan for approximately 11 weeks from submission to decision.
The most common application types near Hapsford were discharge of conditions (3), full planning applications (2), amendments (1).
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