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Planning in Pill

Approved
86%
51 of 57 decided
Decision time
about 8 weeks
on average

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

Decided by Bath and North East Somerset CouncilCouncil page

Around Pill

Postcode districts

BS20 258 applications in the last 12 monthsBS11 96 applications in the last 12 monthsBS8 603 applications in the last 12 months

Applications in each district in the last 12 months.

Planning authority: Bath and North East Somerset Council

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About Pill

Pill is a vibrant village in North Somerset, positioned on the southern bank of the River Avon, approximately 4 miles northwest of Bristol city centre. As the largest settlement in the civil parish of Pill and Easton-in-Gordano, it has grown to incorporate the former hamlets of Lodway and Ham Green. The area also includes the Royal Portbury Dock to the northwest, making it an important locality for planning applications related to both residential and commercial development. It sits within the Pill and Easton-in-Gordano district.

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

The area around Pill has 12 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Pill 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.

To comment on or object to a planning application near Pill, 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, 90 planning applications were submitted near Pill. Of these, 86% were approved, with an average decision time of 58 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (11), tree works (6), outline applications (3).

1 planning appeal was lodged, of which 0 were allowed and 1 was dismissed (0% success rate).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Pill?
In the last 24 months, 90 planning applications were submitted near Pill. The approval rate is 86%.
How long do planning decisions take near Pill?
The average planning decision time near Pill is 58 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 Pill?
The planning approval rate near Pill is 86%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Pill?
The most common type of planning application near Pill is full planning applications, with 11 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Pill?
You can search and track planning applications near Pill on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.