How long do planning decisions take near Knowle?

The average planning decision time near Knowle is 36 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 Knowle?

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

What types of planning applications are most common near Knowle?

The most common type of planning application near Knowle is full planning applications, with 4 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Knowle?

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Knowle, Somerset Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Knowle, Somerset.

Somerset · England · settlement

Planning applications in Knowle 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: £277,478 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: Somerset
Parliamentary constituency: Bridgwater
LSOA: Sedgemoor 012D

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Knowle.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Knowle based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

1 planning application found near Knowle.

- Sunset View, 80 Bath Road, Knowle, Bridgwater, Somerset, TA7 8PH
Erection of wall to the Western boundary (revised scheme).
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Sedgemoor | Date: 2023-07-07
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A brief summary of Knowle in Somerset

Knowle is a settlement located in Somerset, England.

Property prices in Knowle show an average sale price of £277,478, 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 Knowle a particularly low-crime area.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Knowle 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 Knowle

In the last 24 months, 6 planning applications were submitted near Knowle. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 36 days.

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

The average decision time of 36 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Knowle were full planning applications (4), tree works (1), amendments (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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