How long do planning decisions take near Lower Milton?

The average planning decision time near Lower Milton is 56 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 Lower Milton?

The planning approval rate near Lower Milton is 0%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Lower Milton?

The most common type of planning application near Lower Milton is full planning applications, with 2 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Lower Milton?

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Lower Milton, Somerset Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Lower Milton, Somerset.

Somerset · England · settlement

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About Lower Milton

St Cuthbert Out is a civil parish in Somerset, England, encircling the city and parish of Wells. As of the 2021 census, it boasts a population of 4,574, reflecting a growth from 3,749 in 2011. This area may present various opportunities for planning applications due to its developing community and proximity to Wells.

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £389,669 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: Somerset
Parliamentary constituency: Wells and Mendip Hills
LSOA: Mendip 013B

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Lower Milton.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Lower Milton based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

3 planning applications found near Lower Milton.

- 2 Milton Terrace Milton Lane Wookey Hole Wells Somerset BA5 1DD
Proposed first floor extension over kitchen.
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Mendip | Date: 2025-10-22
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- Akora Titlands Lane Wookey Hole Wells Somerset BA5 1BD
Application for a proposed lawful development certificate for Hard & Soft Landscaping & Surface Water Drainage regarding application 2017/1224/FUL.
Status: Rejected | Type: Outline | Council: Mendip | Date: 2024-12-27
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- Milton Cottage Milton Lane Wookey Hole Wells Somerset BA5 1DG
Variation of condition 2 (Plans List) to alter front elevation from render to stone wall and brick detailing on consent 2022/1682/HSE (Demolish outbuildings and erect two storey side extension with ga
Status: Permitted | Type: Conditions | Council: Mendip | Date: 2023-05-16
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A brief summary of Lower Milton in Somerset

Property prices in Lower Milton show an average sale price of £389,669, 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 Lower Milton a particularly low-crime area.

Lower Milton has one conservation area within its boundaries: Wells. 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.

Ecology & Nature Designations

The area around Lower Milton includes 3 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Wookey Station SSSI, Wookey Hole SSSI, Ebbor Gorge SSSI; 9 Ancient Woodland sites; 1 Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB): Mendip Hills; 2 Special Areas of Conservation (SAC): North Somerset & Mendip Bats, Mendip Woodlands. 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 Lower Milton

In the last 24 months, 5 planning applications were submitted near Lower Milton. Of these, 0% were approved, with an average decision time of 56 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 Lower Milton.

The average decision time of 56 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Lower Milton were full planning applications (2), outline applications (2), discharge of conditions (1). Full planning applications account for 40% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

In terms of development scale, 1 large-scale (major) development, 4 smaller schemes were submitted.

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