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Planning in Radstock

Approved
95%
36 of 37 decided
Decision time
about 6 weeks
on average

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

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About Radstock

Radstock is a town and civil parish located on the northern slope of the Mendip Hills in Somerset, England, approximately 9 miles south-west of Bath and 8 miles north-west of Frome. As part of the unitary authority of Bath and North East Somerset, Radstock had a population of 9,419 according to the 2011 Census, making it a notable area for planning applications and local development initiatives. The town has a population of approximately 6,149 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Bath and North East Somerset district.

In terms of safety, there were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period (May 2026). This makes Radstock a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Radstock has 3 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Radstock 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.nortonradstock-tc.gov.uk/.

To comment on or object to a planning application near Radstock, 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, 53 planning applications were submitted near Radstock. Of these, 95% were approved, with an average decision time of 41 days.

The most common types were tree works (9), discharge of conditions (8), full planning applications (2). 1 large-scale development was submitted during this period.

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Radstock?
In the last 24 months, 53 planning applications were submitted near Radstock. The approval rate is 95%.
How long do planning decisions take near Radstock?
The average planning decision time near Radstock is 41 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 Radstock?
The planning approval rate near Radstock is 95%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Radstock?
The most common type of planning application near Radstock is tree works applications, with 9 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Radstock?
You can search and track planning applications near Radstock on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.