How long do planning decisions take near Radstock?

The average planning decision time near Radstock is 40 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 92%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 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 12 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Radstock?

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Radstock, Somerset Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Radstock, Somerset.

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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.

Population: 6,149 (2021)

District: Bath and North East Somerset

Website: http://www.nortonradstock-tc.gov.uk/

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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 024A

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Radstock.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Radstock based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

10 planning applications found near Radstock.

- Radstock Police Station , Wells Road, Westfield, Bath And North East Somerset, BA3 3SG
Installation of powder coated aluminium famed glazed facade with Police crest. Installation of UPVC apex window to rear gable and solar PV to all rear roof slopes.
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Bath | Date: 2026-05-05
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- Radstock Police Station , Wells Road, Westfield, Bath And North East Somerset, BA3 3SG
Display of internally illuminated aluminium sign with acrylic text reading 'Radstock Police Station' installed to entrance door of existing Enquiry Office. New vinyl crest above central glazed doors/p
Status: Undecided | Type: Advertising | Council: Bath | Date: 2026-05-05
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- Radstock Methodist Church , The Street, Radstock, Bath And North East Somerset, BA3 3PL
Discharge of conditions 2 (Precautionary Working Methods for the protection of wildlife) and 3 (Ecological Compliance Statement) of application 25/01484/FUL (External work including re-roofing and the
Status: Undecided | Type: Conditions | Council: Bath | Date: 2026-03-26
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- 27 Wells Road, Westfield, Bath And North East Somerset, BA3 3RP
Group x 2 of self seeded Sycamore - fell.
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Bath | Date: 2025-12-22
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- 23 Wells Road, Westfield, Bath And North East Somerset, BA3 3RP
Willow - re-pollard back to previous points, removing approximately 3 meters from canopy. Apple - pollard to main stems, removing approximately 1.5 meters from canopy.
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Bath | Date: 2025-12-22
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- 2 Beech Terrace, Westfield, Bath And North East Somerset, BA3 3TH
Conifer and broadleaf mixed hedge, unmanaged upper crown. Reduce height and sides by 1-2m to re-establish manageable hedge Ilex group x2 - reduce to clear building and encourage future management
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Bath | Date: 2025-11-17
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- Endersley , Welton Road, Westfield, Bath And North East Somerset, BA3 3UD
2no. self seeded Goat Willow Trees - Pollard by 2m and remove 2 dead branches.
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Bath | Date: 2025-10-10
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- Radstock Methodist Church , The Street, Radstock, Bath And North East Somerset, BA3 3PL
Discharge of condition 2 (Solar Panels (compliance)) of application 25/00550/FUL (Installation of roof mounted PV arrays)
Status: Conditions | Type: Conditions | Council: Bath | Date: 2025-09-02
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- Leigh House Trust Health Centre, 1 Wells Road, Westfield, Bath And North East Somerset, BA3 3RN
Large False Acacia - remove.
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Bath | Date: 2025-02-05
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- Land East Of Fosseway Cottages, Welton Road, Westfield, Bath And North East Somerset,
4no Larch tree remains - fell. Tree 5 - Sycamore - maximum of 15% crown thin and crown reduction of 1.5m
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Bath | Date: 2023-03-02
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A brief summary of Radstock in Somerset

Property prices in Radstock 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 Radstock a particularly low-crime area.

Radstock has one conservation area within its boundaries: Radstock. 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 Radstock includes 2 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Kilmersdon Road Quarry SSSI, Huish Colliery Quarry SSSI; 1 Ancient Woodland site. 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, Radstock planning applications can be searched by entering a local postcode above. Further local information can be found on the community website at http://www.nortonradstock-tc.gov.uk/. 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 Radstock

In the last 24 months, 39 planning applications were submitted near Radstock. Of these, 92% were approved, with an average decision time of 40 days.

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

The average decision time of 40 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Radstock were tree works (12), discharge of conditions (11), full planning applications (4). 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, 2 large-scale (major) developments, 2 medium-scale applications, 31 smaller schemes were submitted.

1 planning appeal was lodged, of which 0 were allowed and 1 was dismissed (0% success rate). This low success rate indicates that the council's refusal decisions are generally upheld by the Planning Inspectorate.

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