Keynsham, Somerset Planning Applications
Recent planning applications near Keynsham, Somerset.
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Planning applications in Keynsham 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 Keynsham
Keynsham, a town and civil parish in Somerset, lies on the A4 corridor connecting Bristol and Bath. With a population of 19,603 as recorded in the 2021 Census, it boasts a rich history, having been mentioned in the Domesday Book as Cainesham, thought to mean the home of Saint Keyne. This strategic location and historical significance make Keynsham a relevant area for planning applications.
Population: 19,596 (2021)
District: Bath and North East Somerset
Website: http://www.keynsham-tc.gov.uk/
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Area Information
- Admin district: Bath and North East Somerset
- Parliamentary constituency: North East Somerset and Hanham
- LSOA: Bath and North East Somerset 003D
Crime Statistics
0 crimes reported in 2026-05.
Flood Risk
No active flood warnings near Keynsham.
Keyword Scorecard
Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Keynsham.
- 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 Keynsham based on the last 24 months of planning data.
Nearby Applications
25 planning applications found near Keynsham.
- 26/02510/COND - Flat, 11 High Street, Keynsham, Bath And North East Somerset, BS31 1DP
Discharge of condition 2 (Window Joinery Details (Bespoke Trigger)) of application 26/01461/FUL (Replacement of existing sash windows to a flat).
Status: Undecided | Type: Discharge of Condition | Council: Bath and North East Somerset | Date: 2026-07-02 - - Flat, 11 High Street, Keynsham, Bath And North East Somerset, BS31 1DP
Discharge of condition 2 (Window Joinery Details (Bespoke Trigger)) of application 26/01461/FUL (Replacement of existing sash windows to a flat).
Status: Undecided | Type: Conditions | Council: Bath | Date: 2026-07-02
View full details - - Keynsham Railway Station, Station Road, Keynsham, Bath And North East Somerset, BS31 2BN
Fell 8no. trees to remove the risk of limb failure over any public areas, as per tree survey report.
Status: Undecided | Type: Trees | Council: Bath | Date: 2026-06-01
View full details - 26/02095/TPO - Keynsham Railway Station, Station Road, Keynsham, Bath And North East Somerset, BS31 2BN
Fell 8no. trees to remove the risk of limb failure over any public areas, as per tree survey report.
Status: Undecided | Type: Tree Works subject to TPO | Council: Bath and North East Somerset | Date: 2026-06-01 - 26/01948/TPO - 26 Charlton Road, Keynsham, Bath And North East Somerset, BS31 2JA
Yew - crown reduce by 2-3m, crown lift by 4-5m to balance crown.
Status: Undecided | Type: Tree Works subject to TPO | Council: Bath and North East Somerset | Date: 2026-05-20 - - 26 Charlton Road, Keynsham, Bath And North East Somerset, BS31 2JA
Yew - crown reduce by 2-3m, crown lift by 4-5m to balance crown.
Status: Undecided | Type: Trees | Council: Bath | Date: 2026-05-20
View full details - - 40A High Street, Keynsham, Bath And North East Somerset, BS31 1DX
Consent to display 1No. Replacement internally illuminated fascia sign and 1No. Non illuminated glazing graphic.
Status: Undecided | Type: Advertising | Council: Bath | Date: 2026-04-30
View full details - 26/01669/AR - 40A High Street, Keynsham, Bath And North East Somerset, BS31 1DX
Consent to display 1No. Replacement internally illuminated fascia sign and 1No. Non illuminated glazing graphic.
Status: Undecided | Type: Advertisement Consent | Council: Bath and North East Somerset | Date: 2026-04-30 - 26/01461/FUL - Flat, 11 High Street, Keynsham, Bath And North East Somerset, BS31 1DP
Replacement of existing sash windows to a flat
Status: Undecided | Type: Full Application | Council: Bath and North East Somerset | Date: 2026-04-22 - - 12 Severn Way, Keynsham, Bath And North East Somerset, BS31 1NU
Variation of condition 4 (Plans List (Compliance) of application 25/02642/FUL (Erection of 4 new bedroom self-build dwelling and associated works).
Status: Undecided | Type: Conditions | Council: Bath | Date: 2026-03-18
View full details - - Charlton House Care Home , Hawthorns Lane, Keynsham, Bath And North East Somerset, BS31 1BF
Change of use of an existing care home to proposed special education needs and disabilities school and two children's care homes alongside associated alterations and landscaping
Status: Undecided | Type: Other | Council: Bath | Date: 2026-02-11
View full details - - Specsavers, 12 Temple Street, Keynsham, Bath And North East Somerset, BS31 1EG
Display of internally illuminated fascia sign and projecting sign to shopfront.
Status: Permitted | Type: Advertising | Council: Bath | Date: 2026-01-16
View full details - - 8A The Avenue, Keynsham, Bath And North East Somerset, BS31 2BU
Use of the property licensed HMO as a childrens home for a maximum of 5 young people with 24/7 staffing support on both days and nights. (Certificate of Lawfulness for a Proposed Development)
Status: Rejected | Type: Outline | Council: Bath | Date: 2026-01-12
View full details - - Scout And Guide Huts, Scouts Lane, Keynsham, Bath And North East Somerset,
T1 Horse Chestnut - Reduce limb over hanging the neighbouring property by 4m. Selective pruning of limbs surrounding the street light to provide 2m clearance. T2 Sycamore - Fell. T3 Copper Beech - Dea
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Bath | Date: 2025-12-31
View full details - - The Old Dairy , Dane's Lane, Keynsham, Bath And North East Somerset, BS31 2FL
4x Pyrus - remove and grind stump.
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Bath | Date: 2025-11-26
View full details - - 8 Milward Road, Keynsham, Bath And North East Somerset, BS31 2DS
Erection of new front porch building, new access steps with handrails and driveway following demolition of existing front access and low brick wall to frontage.
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Bath | Date: 2025-10-31
View full details - - 2 Abbey Park, Keynsham, Bath And North East Somerset, BS31 2BT
Cherry T1 - reduce by 1 to 2 meters. Apples G2 - reduce by 1 to 2 meters. Ash T2 - crown reduce by 2 to 3 meters.
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Bath | Date: 2025-10-27
View full details - - Street Record, High Street, Keynsham, Bath And North East Somerset,
Display of 1no internally illuminated static sign.
Status: Rejected | Type: Advertising | Council: Bath | Date: 2025-09-30
View full details - - 12 Severn Way, Keynsham, Bath And North East Somerset, BS31 1NU
Erection of 4 new bedroom self-build dwelling and associated works.
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Bath | Date: 2025-07-07
View full details - - 10 Avon Road, Keynsham, Bath And North East Somerset, BS31 1LJ
Norway Maple T1 - reduce by 2-3 metres. Birch T2 - fell Horse chestnut T3 - reduce by 2 metres.
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Bath | Date: 2025-02-05
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A brief summary of Keynsham in Somerset
Keynsham, a town and civil parish in Somerset, lies on the A4 corridor connecting Bristol and Bath. With a population of 19,603 as recorded in the 2021 Census, it boasts a rich history, having been mentioned in the Domesday Book as Cainesham, thought to mean the home of Saint Keyne. This strategic location and historical significance make Keynsham a relevant area for planning applications. The Town has a population of approximately 19,596 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Bath and North East Somerset district.
There were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period. This makes Keynsham a particularly low-crime area.
Keynsham has 2 conservation areas within its boundaries: Hanham Abbots, Keynsham. 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 Keynsham includes 2 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Bickley Wood SSSI, Cleeve Wood, Hanham SSSI; 2 Ancient Woodland sites. 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, Keynsham planning applications can be searched by entering a local postcode above. Further local information can be found on the community website at http://www.keynsham-tc.gov.uk/. 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 Keynsham
In the last 24 months, 64 planning applications were submitted near Keynsham. Of these, 91% were approved, with an average decision time of 45 days.
This is slightly above the national average of approximately 87%, indicating a broadly favourable planning environment near Keynsham.
The average decision time of 45 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.
The most common application types near Keynsham were discharge of conditions (13), tree works (10), outline applications (9).
In terms of development scale, 4 large-scale (major) developments, 5 medium-scale applications, 37 smaller schemes were submitted.
1 planning appeal was lodged, of which 0 were allowed and 1 was dismissed (0% success rate). This low success rate indicates that the council's refusal decisions are generally upheld by the Planning Inspectorate.
Application Outcomes
- Approved: 20 applications
- Refused: 2 applications
- Awaiting decision: 42 applications
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