Leigh Woods, Somerset Planning Applications
Recent planning applications near Leigh Woods, Somerset.
Somerset · England · settlement
About Leigh Woods
Leigh Woods is a village located in the North Somerset district, just outside the boundaries of Bristol. This proximity to a major urban centre makes it an area of interest for planning applications, particularly for developments that may impact the surrounding natural landscape and local amenities.
District: Long Ashton
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Area Information
- Admin district: Bristol, City of
- Parliamentary constituency: Bristol Central
- LSOA: Bristol 030D
Crime Statistics
0 crimes reported in 2026-02.
Flood Risk
No active flood warnings near Leigh Woods.
Keyword Scorecard
Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Leigh Woods.
- 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 Leigh Woods based on the last 24 months of planning data.
Nearby Applications
5 planning applications found near Leigh Woods.
- - Old Quarry House Abbots Leigh Road Leigh Woods BS8 3PX
T001 (Ash/Fraxinus excelsior) - Fell. T002 (Ash/Fraxinus excelsior) - Pollard to 6m
Status: Undecided | Type: Trees | Council: North Somerset | Date: 2026-02-12
View full details - - Rosemont Church Road Leigh Woods BS8 3PG
Section 73 application to vary condition 1 (Plans) on application 25/P/2051/FUL (section 73 application to amend condition 2 (approved plans) on application: 20/P/1435/FUH (Demolition of rear extensio
Status: Permitted | Type: Conditions | Council: North Somerset | Date: 2026-01-14
View full details - - Towerhurst Church Road Leigh Woods Long Ashton BS8 3PG
T1 Yew T2 Yew T3 Yew T4 Leylandii. Reduce the height of all four above trees by 2 meters and the radial spread on Towerhurst side by 2 meters. Prune back the profile on Woodlands (neighbouring propert
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: North Somerset | Date: 2025-04-28
View full details - - Lake House Vicarage Road Leigh Woods BS8 3PH
Leyland Cypress - x12 to remove
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: North Somerset | Date: 2025-02-05
View full details - - Woodlands Bridge Road Leigh Woods BS8 3PB
T1 Cherry: Fell.
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: North Somerset | Date: 2024-12-23
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A brief summary of Leigh Woods in Somerset
Leigh Woods is a village located in the North Somerset district, just outside the boundaries of Bristol. This proximity to a major urban centre makes it an area of interest for planning applications, particularly for developments that may impact the surrounding natural landscape and local amenities. It sits within the Long Ashton district.
There were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period. This makes Leigh Woods a particularly low-crime area.
Leigh Woods has 5 conservation areas within its boundaries: The Downs, Clifton, Bower Ashton, Leighwoods, Long Ashton. 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 Leigh Woods includes 2 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Ashton Court SSSI, Avon Gorge SSSI; 6 Ancient Woodland sites; 3 Special Areas of Conservation (SAC): Avon Gorge Woodlands. 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, Leigh Woods 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 Leigh Woods
In the last 24 months, 19 planning applications were submitted near Leigh Woods. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 47 days.
This is notably above the national average of approximately 87%, suggesting a relatively permissive planning environment. Applicants near Leigh Woods may find that well-prepared applications have a strong chance of success.
The average decision time of 47 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.
The most common application types near Leigh Woods were tree works (9), full planning applications (4), discharge of conditions (4). The significant number of tree-related applications is typical for areas with mature tree cover or active tree preservation orders.
Nearby Towns
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- Clifton planning applications
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