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Planning in Lower Weston

Approved
95%
486 of 497 decided
Decision time
about 8 weeks
on average

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Lower Weston in the last 24 months, from Bath and North East Somerset Council's planning register.

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About Lower Weston

Lower Weston is a settlement located in Somerset, England. It sits within the Bath and North East Somerset district.

Property prices in Lower Weston show an average sale price of £484,461, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Lower Weston area, indicating a relatively low flood risk at present. This is a positive factor for both existing residents and those considering property purchases or new developments.

In terms of safety, there were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period (May 2026). This makes Lower Weston a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Lower Weston has 1 nature designation nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Lower Weston 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.

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To comment on or object to a planning application near Lower Weston, open it in the list above: each one links to the council's own page for it and shows any comment deadline.

In the last 24 months, 615 planning applications were submitted near Lower Weston. Of these, 95% were approved, with an average decision time of 57 days.

The most common types were tree works (134), discharge of conditions (111), listed building and heritage (57). 30 large-scale developments were submitted during this period.

7 planning appeals were lodged, of which 1 was allowed and 6 were dismissed (14% success rate).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Lower Weston?
In the last 24 months, 615 planning applications were submitted near Lower Weston. The approval rate is 95%.
How long do planning decisions take near Lower Weston?
The average planning decision time near Lower Weston is 57 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 Weston?
The planning approval rate near Lower Weston is 95%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Lower Weston?
The most common type of planning application near Lower Weston is tree works applications, with 134 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Lower Weston?
You can search and track planning applications near Lower Weston on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.