How long do planning decisions take near Marksbury?

The average planning decision time near Marksbury is 31 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 Marksbury?

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

What types of planning applications are most common near Marksbury?

The most common type of planning application near Marksbury is outline applications, with 1 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Marksbury?

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Marksbury, Somerset Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Marksbury, Somerset.

Somerset · England · settlement

Planning applications in Marksbury 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 Marksbury

Marksbury is a quaint village and civil parish located on the eastern edge of the affluent Chew Valley in Somerset. Situated approximately 4 miles from Keynsham and 7 miles from Bath, it lies at the junction of the A39 and A368. The parish, which encompasses the villages of Hunstrete and Stanton Prior, has a small population of 397, making it a unique area for potential planning applications.

Population: 388 (2021)

District: Bath and North East Somerset

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £484,461 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: Wiltshire
Parliamentary constituency: Melksham and Devizes
LSOA: Wiltshire 023B

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-05.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Marksbury.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Marksbury based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

2 planning applications found near Marksbury.

- The Mount , 27 Marksbury Bottom, Marksbury, Bath, Bath And North East Somerset, BA2 9HR
Variation of condition 4 (Plans List) of application 23/03096/LBA (Internal and external alterations for the erection of small infill ground floor extension with first floor extension above partially
Status: Permitted | Type: Conditions | Council: Bath | Date: 2024-05-29
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- The Mount , 27 Marksbury Bottom, Marksbury, Bath, Bath And North East Somerset, BA2 9HR
Variation of condition 5 (Plans List) of application 23/03095/FUL (Erection of small infill ground floor extension with first floor extension above partially within roof space.)
Status: Permitted | Type: Conditions | Council: Bath | Date: 2024-05-28
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A brief summary of Marksbury in Somerset

Property prices in Marksbury show an average sale price of £484,461, 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 Marksbury a particularly low-crime area.

Ecology & Nature Designations

The area around Marksbury includes 1 Ancient Woodland site. 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 Marksbury

In the last 24 months, 2 planning applications were submitted near Marksbury. Of these, 0% were approved, with an average decision time of 31 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 Marksbury.

The average decision time of 31 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Marksbury were outline applications (1).

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