Rode, Somerset Planning Applications
Recent planning applications near Rode, Somerset.
Somerset · England · settlement
About Rode
Rode is a charming village and civil parish located in Somerset, England, situated approximately 5 miles northeast of Frome and southwest of Trowbridge. Its strategic position makes it an appealing area for planning applications, with access to nearby towns and a tranquil rural setting.
Population: 1,070 (2021)
District: Mendip
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Town Insights
Property Prices
Average property sale price: £341,700 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).
Area Information
- Admin district: Somerset
- Parliamentary constituency: Frome and East Somerset
- LSOA: Mendip 003C
Crime Statistics
0 crimes reported in 2026-02.
Flood Risk
No active flood warnings near Rode.
Keyword Scorecard
Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Rode.
- 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 Rode based on the last 24 months of planning data.
Nearby Applications
6 planning applications found near Rode.
- - The Bell Inn 13 Frome Road Rode Frome Somerset BA11 6PW
Application for approval of details reserved by conditions 3 (External walling materials), 4 (Tree protection), 11 (Lighting design for bats) on planning consent consent 2022/2374/FUL
Status: Permitted | Type: Conditions | Council: Mendip | Date: 2026-01-22
View full details - - 1 Red Lion Gardens Rode Frome Somerset BA11 6NA
Erection of a single-storey rear extension including associated landscaping works, alterations to existing external doors & the introduction of high-level glazing.
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Mendip | Date: 2025-12-23
View full details - - 3 Stable Close Rode Frome Somerset BA11 6AU
Conversion of existing detached garage & re-routing garden passageway. Loft conversion with new staircase, dormer window, replace front and rear windows and add rooflight. Re-locate front door with ca
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Mendip | Date: 2024-10-11
View full details - - 44 Church Lane Rode Frome Somerset BA11 6PN
Change rear window, replacement of patio doors, installation of new roof with skylight from porch to garage replacing existing timber rafter with RSJ steel
Status: Permitted | Type: Outline | Council: Mendip | Date: 2024-09-06
View full details - - Mayfield Mill 4A High Street Rode Frome Somerset BA11 6NZ
T1 - Walnut Tree - Reduce the crown by 1-2 metres
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Mendip | Date: 2024-02-27
View full details - - Hill View House Bradford Road Rode Frome Somerset BA11 6PR
Rear two storey extension, replace house/garage roofs, removal of parapet, demolish room on south east elevation, replace/add new windows/doors and amend existing access.
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Mendip | Date: 2023-12-20
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A brief summary of Rode in Somerset
Rode is a charming village and civil parish located in Somerset, England, situated approximately 5 miles northeast of Frome and southwest of Trowbridge. Its strategic position makes it an appealing area for planning applications, with access to nearby towns and a tranquil rural setting. The settlement has a population of approximately 1,070 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Mendip district.
Property prices in Rode show an average sale price of £341,700, 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 Rode a particularly low-crime area.
Rode has 2 conservation areas within its boundaries: Rode, Beckington. 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.
For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Rode 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.
Planning Activity in Rode
In the last 24 months, 11 planning applications were submitted near Rode. Of these, 88% were approved, with an average decision time of 51 days.
This is slightly above the national average of approximately 87%, indicating a broadly favourable planning environment near Rode.
The average decision time of 51 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.
The most common application types near Rode were full planning applications (5), listed building and heritage (2), tree works (2). Full planning applications account for 45% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.
Nearby Towns
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- Rode Hill planning applications
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Related Planning Guides
- What Is Planning Permission in the UK? — Planning permission is the formal approval you need from your local council before making certain changes to a building or piece of land.
- What Is Permitted Development? — Permitted development rights allow certain building works and changes of use without the need to apply for planning permission.
- How Long Does Planning Permission Take? — Typical timelines for planning permission decisions in the UK, from submission to approval, and what can cause delays.