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Planning in Nailsea

Approved
88%
44 of 48 decided
Decision time
about 8 weeks
on average

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

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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. The town has a population of approximately 15,539 (2021 estimate). It sits within the North Somerset district.

There are currently no active flood warnings for the Nailsea 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 Nailsea a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

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

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Nailsea 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. Further local information can be found on the community website at http://www.nailseatowncouncil.gov.uk/.

To comment on or object to a planning application near Nailsea, 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, 85 planning applications were submitted near Nailsea. Of these, 88% were approved, with an average decision time of 55 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (9), tree works (6), outline applications (2). 1 large-scale development was submitted during this period.

2 planning appeals were lodged, of which 0 were allowed and 2 were dismissed (0% success rate).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Nailsea?
In the last 24 months, 85 planning applications were submitted near Nailsea. The approval rate is 88%.
How long do planning decisions take near Nailsea?
The average planning decision time near Nailsea 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 Nailsea?
The planning approval rate near Nailsea is 88%. The national average across England and Wales is 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 9 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Nailsea?
You can search and track planning applications near Nailsea on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.