How long do planning decisions take near Priest Down?

The average planning decision time near Priest Down is 24 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 Priest Down?

The planning approval rate near Priest Down is 75%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Priest Down?

The most common type of planning application near Priest Down is tree works applications, with 4 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Priest Down?

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Priest Down, Somerset Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Priest Down, Somerset.

Somerset · England · settlement

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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 016B

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Priest Down.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Priest Down based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

2 planning applications found near Priest Down.

- Publow Farm , Blackrock Lane, Publow, Bristol, Bath And North East Somerset, BS39 4HZ
Discharge of condition 2 (Bat Mitigation Scheme & EPS Licence) of application 25/01563/LBA (Internal alterations to vault the ceilings of Bedroom 1 and Bedroom 2 in the 19th century part of the buildi
Status: Undecided | Type: Conditions | Council: Bath | Date: 2026-01-01
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- Raised Beds Site Location, Parsonage Lane, Publow, Bristol, Bath And North East Somerset,
Creation of raised beds, permeable stone paths and associated works.
Status: Permitted | Type: Outline | Council: Bath | Date: 2024-04-25
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A brief summary of Priest Down in Somerset

Priest Down is a settlement located in Somerset, England.

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

Priest Down 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 Priest Down includes 2 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 Priest Down

In the last 24 months, 10 planning applications were submitted near Priest Down. Of these, 75% were approved, with an average decision time of 24 days.

This is below the national average of approximately 87%, which may reflect stricter local policies, sensitivity of the area, or higher levels of speculative applications. Pre-application advice is particularly worthwhile near Priest Down.

The average decision time of 24 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Priest Down were tree works (4), discharge of conditions (4), amendments (1). The significant number of tree-related applications is typical for areas with mature tree cover or active tree preservation orders.

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