Hutton, Somerset Planning Applications
Recent planning applications near Hutton, Somerset.
Somerset · England · settlement
About Hutton
Hutton is a charming village and civil parish located in Somerset, England, with a population of 2,582. Nestled on the western edge of the Mendip Hills and close to Weston-super-Mare, it falls under the jurisdiction of North Somerset's unitary authority. This picturesque setting may influence planning applications in the area, reflecting its unique landscape and community needs.
Population: 2,796 (2021)
District: North Somerset
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Town Insights
Property Prices
Average property sale price: £285,604 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).
Area Information
- Admin district: North Somerset
- Parliamentary constituency: Weston-super-Mare
- LSOA: North Somerset 023E
Crime Statistics
0 crimes reported in 2026-02.
Flood Risk
No active flood warnings near Hutton.
Keyword Scorecard
Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Hutton.
- 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 Hutton based on the last 24 months of planning data.
Nearby Applications
4 planning applications found near Hutton.
- - St Marys Cottage 35 Main Road Hutton Weston-super-Mare BS24 9SP
T1 (Beech tree) and T2 (Apple Tree)- crown reduction - reduce overall crown by 0.5-1.0 metre.
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: North Somerset | Date: 2024-11-01
View full details - - Prospect Cottage 5 Hutton Hill Hutton BS24 9SX
Retrospective application for the removal of partially collapsed South boundary wall and erection of new 2.1m stonewall.
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: North Somerset | Date: 2024-06-13
View full details - - 1 Southview Close Hutton North Somerset BS24 9SW
Proposed erection of a single storey rear extension (east elevation), loft conversion with 2no. dormers to the front elevation (west elevation) and 1no. dormer to the rear elevation and new front porc
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: North Somerset | Date: 2023-12-01
View full details - - The Chestnuts 51 Main Road Hutton North Somerset BS24 9SR
Ash - rear garden of 51 Main Road - reduce low lateral overhanging 1 Southview Close to boundary line
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: North Somerset | Date: 2023-04-27
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A brief summary of Hutton in Somerset
Hutton is a charming village and civil parish located in Somerset, England, with a population of 2,582. Nestled on the western edge of the Mendip Hills and close to Weston-super-Mare, it falls under the jurisdiction of North Somerset's unitary authority. This picturesque setting may influence planning applications in the area, reflecting its unique landscape and community needs. The settlement has a population of approximately 2,796 (2021 estimate). It sits within the North Somerset district.
Property prices in Hutton show an average sale price of £285,604, 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 Hutton a particularly low-crime area.
Hutton has one conservation area within its boundaries: Hutton. 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.
Ecology & Nature Designations
The area around Hutton includes 2 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Bleadon Hill SSSI, Shiplate Slait SSSI; 7 Ancient Woodland sites; 1 Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB): Mendip Hills. 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, Hutton 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 Hutton
In the last 24 months, 3 planning applications were submitted near Hutton. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 53 days.
This is notably above the national average of approximately 87%, suggesting a relatively permissive planning environment. Applicants near Hutton may find that well-prepared applications have a strong chance of success.
The average decision time of 53 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.
The most common application types near Hutton were full planning applications (2), tree works (1). Full planning applications account for 67% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.
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Related Planning Guides
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- How Long Does Planning Permission Take? — Typical timelines for planning permission decisions in the UK, from submission to approval, and what can cause delays.