How long do planning decisions take near Pensford?

The average planning decision time near Pensford is 45 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 Pensford?

The planning approval rate near Pensford is 88%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Pensford?

The most common type of planning application near Pensford is tree works applications, with 5 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Pensford?

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Pensford, Somerset Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Pensford, Somerset.

Somerset · England · settlement

Planning applications in Pensford 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 Pensford

Pensford, the largest village in the civil parish of Publow, is situated in the picturesque Chew Valley of Somerset, England. Located approximately 7 miles south of Bristol and 8 miles west of Bath, it offers convenient access via the A37 road, making it an attractive area for planning applications and development opportunities in the region.

District: Publow

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Area Information

Admin district: Bath and North East Somerset
Parliamentary constituency: North East Somerset and Hanham
LSOA: Bath and North East Somerset 020B

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Pensford.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Pensford based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

5 planning applications found near Pensford.

26/02151/COND - 48 Hillcrest, Pensford, Bristol, Bath And North East Somerset, BS39 4AT
Discharge of conditions 4 (Ecological and Biodiversity Net Gain Compliance Report ) and 7 (Landscape Design Proposals) of application 23/02251/FUL (Erection of 2no. bungalows)
Status: Undecided | Type: Discharge of Condition | Council: Bath and North East Somerset | Date: 2026-06-04
- 48 Hillcrest, Pensford, Bristol, Bath And North East Somerset, BS39 4AT
Discharge of conditions 4 (Ecological and Biodiversity Net Gain Compliance Report ) and 7 (Landscape Design Proposals) of application 23/02251/FUL (Erection of 2no. bungalows)
Status: Undecided | Type: Conditions | Council: Bath | Date: 2026-06-04
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26/01312/FUL - 16 Hillcrest, Pensford, Bristol, Bath And North East Somerset, BS39 4AT
Resiting of oil tank to front of house from rear with hard standing for plastic oil tank - double bunding.
Status: Undecided | Type: Full Application | Council: Bath and North East Somerset | Date: 2026-04-29
- 84 Hillcrest, Pensford, Bristol, Bath And North East Somerset, BS39 4AX
Erection of 1no 3-bedroom dwelling with associated parking
Status: Undecided | Type: Outline | Council: Bath | Date: 2025-11-14
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- 143 High Street, Pensford, Bristol, Bath And North East Somerset, BS39 4BH
Sycamore T1 - crown lift to 5m. Oak T2 - crown lift to 5m. Horse Chestnut T3 - remove 1x lowest limb. Ash G1 - fell. Yew T4 - crown lift to 3-4m. Eucalyptus T5 - remove lowest limb overhanging garden.
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Bath | Date: 2025-10-29
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A brief summary of Pensford in Somerset

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

Pensford has 2 conservation areas within its boundaries: Woollard, Pensford. 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 Pensford includes 3 Ancient Woodland sites. 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 Pensford

In the last 24 months, 16 planning applications were submitted near Pensford. Of these, 88% were approved, with an average decision time of 45 days.

This is slightly above the national average of approximately 87%, indicating a broadly favourable planning environment near Pensford.

The average decision time of 45 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Pensford were tree works (5), outline applications (2), discharge of conditions (2). The significant number of tree-related applications is typical for areas with mature tree cover or active tree preservation orders.

In terms of development scale, 1 medium-scale application, 11 smaller schemes were submitted.

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