How long do planning decisions take near Nailsea?

The average planning decision time near Nailsea 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 Nailsea?

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

What types of planning applications are most common near Nailsea?

The most common type of planning application near Nailsea is full planning applications, with 11 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Nailsea?

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Nailsea, Somerset Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Nailsea, Somerset.

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About Nailsea

Nailsea is a town located in North Somerset, England, approximately 8 miles southwest of Bristol and 11 miles northeast of Weston-super-Mare. With a population of 15,917 as of the 2021 Census, Nailsea is situated near the village of Backwell, across the Bristol to Exeter railway line, making it a key area for potential planning and development opportunities.

Population: 15,539 (2021)

District: North Somerset

Website: http://www.nailseatowncouncil.gov.uk/

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Area Information

Admin district: North Somerset
Parliamentary constituency: North Somerset
LSOA: North Somerset 011D

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Nailsea based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

6 planning applications found near Nailsea.

- 20 Allington Gardens Nailsea BS48 4RQ
Certification of Lawful Development for the extension of existing patio area with the addition of a permanent roof/cover, glass panels and doors.
Status: Undecided | Type: Outline | Council: North Somerset | Date: 2026-03-16
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- Land At Youngwood Farm Youngwood Lane Nailsea BS48 4NR
Screening Opinion request to determine as to whether proposed development is EIA development. Works proposed: demolition works, erection of 82no. dwellings, access, landscaping, infrastructure and ass
Status: Undecided | Type: Outline | Council: North Somerset | Date: 2026-03-03
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- 20 St Marys Grove Nailsea BS48 4NQ
Reduction in height of holly hedge row to no less than 8' (2.4m)
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: North Somerset | Date: 2025-10-31
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- 33 White Oak Way Nailsea BS48 4YS
T1 Oak Crown reduce back to previous pruning points. T2 Oak - Crown reduce back to previous pruning points. T3 - Hawthorn - Reduce height by up to 2 metres in height and laterally by 0.5 metres.
Status: Unresolved | Type: Trees | Council: North Somerset | Date: 2024-06-10
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- Deerhurst Farm Youngwood Lane Nailsea Bristol BS48 4NR
Permission in Principle for the conversion and extension of buildings to create 1no. dwelling
Status: Rejected | Type: Outline | Council: North Somerset | Date: 2023-09-19
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- 2 St Marys Grove Nailsea North Somerset BS48 4NQ
Ash Tree (T1) - Prune lower over extending limb (as highlighted) from over car park (between 1.5 & 2 metres) back to suitable growth point to mitigate risk of breakage caused from excess stress on the
Status: Unresolved | Type: Trees | Council: North Somerset | Date: 2023-04-21
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A brief summary of Nailsea in Somerset

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

Nailsea has 2 conservation areas within its boundaries: Nailsea Kingshill, Chelvey. 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 Nailsea includes 1 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Tickenham, Nailsea and Kenn Moors SSSI. 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, Nailsea planning applications can be searched by entering a local postcode above. Further local information can be found on the community website at http://www.nailseatowncouncil.gov.uk/. 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 Nailsea

In the last 24 months, 27 planning applications were submitted near Nailsea. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 56 days.

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

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 Nailsea were full planning applications (11), tree works (9), outline applications (2). Full planning applications account for 41% 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, 1 medium-scale application, 25 smaller schemes were submitted.

1 planning appeal was lodged, of which 0 were allowed and 1 was dismissed (0% success rate). This low success rate indicates that the council's refusal decisions are generally upheld by the Planning Inspectorate.

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