Nettlebridge, Somerset Planning Applications
Recent planning applications near Nettlebridge, Somerset.
Somerset · England · settlement
About Nettlebridge
Stratton-on-the-Fosse is a picturesque village and civil parish situated on the edge of the Mendip Hills in Somerset, England. Located just 2 miles from Westfield and 6 miles from Shepton Mallet, the village has a population of 1,108 and features a rural agricultural landscape that reflects its historical ties to the once-thriving Somerset coalfield. The parish also encompasses the hamlets of Benter and Nettlebridge, making it an area of interest for planning applications related to rural development and heritage conservation.
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Town Insights
Property Prices
Average property sale price: £311,965 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).
Area Information
- Admin district: Bath and North East Somerset
- Parliamentary constituency: Frome and East Somerset
- LSOA: Bath and North East Somerset 024D
Crime Statistics
0 crimes reported in 2026-02.
Flood Risk
No active flood warnings near Nettlebridge.
Keyword Scorecard
Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Nettlebridge.
- 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 Nettlebridge based on the last 24 months of planning data.
Nearby Applications
2 planning applications found near Nettlebridge.
- - Varykino Pound Lane Oakhill Radstock Somerset BA3 5BG
Erection of single-storey side extension.
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Mendip | Date: 2024-10-11
View full details - - Land At 364752 148162 Bath Road Oakhill Radstock Somerset
Alteration of approved vehicular access, (2022/0593/FUL), and inclusion of new menage.
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Mendip | Date: 2024-06-21
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A brief summary of Nettlebridge in Somerset
Stratton-on-the-Fosse is a picturesque village and civil parish situated on the edge of the Mendip Hills in Somerset, England. Located just 2 miles from Westfield and 6 miles from Shepton Mallet, the village has a population of 1,108 and features a rural agricultural landscape that reflects its historical ties to the once-thriving Somerset coalfield. The parish also encompasses the hamlets of Benter and Nettlebridge, making it an area of interest for planning applications related to rural development and heritage conservation.
Property prices in Nettlebridge show an average sale price of £311,965, 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 Nettlebridge a particularly low-crime area.
Nettlebridge has one conservation area within its boundaries: Oakhill. 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 Nettlebridge includes 1 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): St. Dunstan's Well Catchment SSSI; 6 Ancient Woodland sites; 1 Special Areas of Conservation (SAC): Mells Valley. 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, Nettlebridge 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.
Planning Activity in Nettlebridge
In the last 24 months, 2 planning applications were submitted near Nettlebridge. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 142 days.
This is notably above the national average of approximately 87%, suggesting a relatively permissive planning environment. Applicants near Nettlebridge may find that well-prepared applications have a strong chance of success.
With an average of 142 days, decisions near Nettlebridge take longer than the statutory targets. Applicants should budget for a 5-month timeline and consider pre-application discussions to avoid delays.
The most common application types near Nettlebridge were full planning applications (2). Full planning applications account for 100% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.
Nearby Towns
Explore planning applications in nearby areas:
- Neighbourne planning applications
- Benter planning applications
- Ashwick planning applications
- Oakhill planning applications
- Pitcot planning applications
- Barlake planning applications
- Withybrook planning applications
- Downside planning applications
Related Planning Guides
- What Is Planning Permission in the UK? — Planning permission is the formal approval you need from your local council before making certain changes to a building or piece of land.
- What Is Permitted Development? — Permitted development rights allow certain building works and changes of use without the need to apply for planning permission.
- How Long Does Planning Permission Take? — Typical timelines for planning permission decisions in the UK, from submission to approval, and what can cause delays.