How long do planning decisions take near Hythe?

The average planning decision time near Hythe is 23 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 Hythe?

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

What types of planning applications are most common near Hythe?

The most common type of planning application near Hythe is outline applications, with 2 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Hythe?

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Hythe, Somerset Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Hythe, Somerset.

Somerset · England · settlement

Planning applications in Hythe 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.

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £390,170 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: Somerset
Parliamentary constituency: Wells and Mendip Hills
LSOA: Mendip 005B

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-05.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Hythe.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Hythe based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

1 planning application found near Hythe.

- Land to the North of, Hythe Lane and to the South of, Helliers Lane, Cheddar, Somerset, BS27
Certificate of Lawfulness for the existing to confirm the Lawful use of the site as equestrian.
Status: Permitted | Type: Amendment | Council: Sedgemoor | Date: 2025-09-16
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A brief summary of Hythe in Somerset

Hythe is a settlement located in Somerset, England.

Property prices in Hythe show an average sale price of £390,170, 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 Hythe a particularly low-crime area.

Hythe has one conservation area within its boundaries: Cheddar. 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 Hythe includes 1 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Cheddar Reservoir SSSI. 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, Hythe 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 Hythe

In the last 24 months, 3 planning applications were submitted near Hythe. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 23 days.

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

The average decision time of 23 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Hythe were outline applications (2), amendments (1).

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