How long do planning decisions take near Hembridge?

The average planning decision time near Hembridge 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 Hembridge?

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

What types of planning applications are most common near Hembridge?

The most common type of planning application near Hembridge is discharge of conditions, with 4 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Hembridge?

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Hembridge, Somerset Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Hembridge, Somerset.

Somerset · England · settlement

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Area Information

Admin district: Somerset
Parliamentary constituency: Frome and East Somerset
LSOA: Mendip 010E

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Hembridge.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Hembridge based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

1 planning application found near Hembridge.

- Blind Stile Cottage Hembridge Road East Pennard Shepton Mallet Somerset BA4 6TY
The erection of a two storey timber framed structure/extension on west elevation for carport and ancillary accommodation.
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Mendip | Date: 2025-04-29
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A brief summary of Hembridge in Somerset

Hembridge is a settlement located in Somerset, England.

There were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period. This makes Hembridge a particularly low-crime area.

Hembridge has one conservation area within its boundaries: East Pennard. 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.

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Planning Activity in Hembridge

In the last 24 months, 6 planning applications were submitted near Hembridge. 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 Hembridge 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 Hembridge were discharge of conditions (4), full planning applications (2).

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