How long do planning decisions take near Little London?

The average planning decision time near Little London is 55 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 Little London?

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

What types of planning applications are most common near Little London?

The most common type of planning application near Little London is tree works applications, with 6 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Little London?

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Little London, Somerset Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Little London, Somerset.

Somerset · England · settlement

Planning applications in Little London 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 Little London

Oakhill is a quaint village located in Somerset, England, within the Ashwick parish, approximately 2.5 miles north of Shepton Mallet. Spanning 0.4 square miles, it primarily serves as a commuter hub and features a Church of England primary school, a surgery, and the Oakhill Inn. Historically known for its brewing activities, Oakhill's strategic position between the A37 and A367 makes it an area of interest for planning applications, particularly in residential and community developments.

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Area Information

Admin district: Bath and North East Somerset
Parliamentary constituency: Frome and East Somerset
LSOA: Bath and North East Somerset 025B

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-05.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Little London.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Little London based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

1 planning application found near Little London.

- 8 Sunnymead Oakhill Radstock Somerset BA3 5AX
Single storey rear extension
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Mendip | Date: 2026-02-26
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A brief summary of Little London in Somerset

There were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period. This makes Little London a particularly low-crime area.

Little London has one conservation area within its boundaries: Oakhill. 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.

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Planning Activity in Little London

In the last 24 months, 13 planning applications were submitted near Little London. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 55 days.

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

The average decision time of 55 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Little London were tree works (6), discharge of conditions (4), full planning applications (2). The significant number of tree-related applications is typical for areas with mature tree cover or active tree preservation orders.

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