How long do planning decisions take near Kelston?

The average planning decision time near Kelston is 17 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 Kelston?

The planning approval rate near Kelston is 50%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Kelston?

The most common type of planning application near Kelston is outline applications, with 1 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Kelston?

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Kelston, Somerset Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Kelston, Somerset.

Somerset · England · settlement

Planning applications in Kelston 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 Kelston

Kelston is a quaint village and civil parish located in Somerset, approximately 4 miles northwest of Bath and 8 miles east of Bristol, along the A431 road. Nestled just north of the River Avon, it is near the Kelston and Saltford locks and has a population of 248 residents. This picturesque setting may present unique planning opportunities for development and community enhancement.

Population: 172 (2021)

District: Bath and North East Somerset

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £488,970 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: Bath and North East Somerset
Parliamentary constituency: Bath
LSOA: Bath and North East Somerset 005C

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Kelston.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Kelston based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

2 planning applications found near Kelston.

26/01366/COND - Site Of Former Farm Building, Bath Road, Kelston, Bath, Bath And North East Somerset
Discharge of condition 8 (Materials - Submission of Materials Schedule (Bespoke Trigger)) of application 25/01376/FUL (Erection of agricultural workers dwelling following demolition of barn).
Status: Undecided | Type: Discharge of Condition | Council: Bath and North East Somerset | Date: 2026-05-14
- Tower House , Kelston Road, Kelston, Bath, Bath And North East Somerset, BA1 9AF
Lawson's Cypress T1 - fell to ground level and remove stump
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Bath | Date: 2023-03-17
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A brief summary of Kelston in Somerset

Property prices in Kelston show an average sale price of £488,970, 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 Kelston a particularly low-crime area.

Kelston has 2 conservation areas within its boundaries: Kelston, North Stoke. 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 Kelston includes 3 Ancient Woodland sites; 1 Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB): Cotswolds. These designations may affect planning decisions, as proposals near protected sites require environmental impact assessment and may face additional restrictions.

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Planning Activity in Kelston

In the last 24 months, 4 planning applications were submitted near Kelston. Of these, 50% were approved, with an average decision time of 17 days.

This is below the national average of approximately 87%, which may reflect stricter local policies, sensitivity of the area, or higher levels of speculative applications. Pre-application advice is particularly worthwhile near Kelston.

The average decision time of 17 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Kelston were outline applications (1), tree works (1), discharge of conditions (1).

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