Saltford, Somerset Planning Applications
Recent planning applications near Saltford, Somerset.
Somerset · England · settlement
Planning applications in Saltford are administered by Bath And North East Somerset Council. View the full Bath And North East Somerset Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.
About Saltford
Saltford is a sizeable village and civil parish located in Bath and North East Somerset, nestled between the cities of Bristol and Bath, and adjacent to Keynsham. Notably, it is home to Saltford Manor House, which boasts the title of the oldest continuously inhabited dwelling in England. Given its strategic location and historical significance, Saltford presents unique opportunities and considerations for planning applications in the region.
Population: 4,134 (2021)
District: Bath and North East Somerset
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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 002C
Crime Statistics
0 crimes reported in 2026-05.
Flood Risk
No active flood warnings near Saltford.
Keyword Scorecard
Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Saltford.
- 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 Saltford based on the last 24 months of planning data.
Nearby Applications
468 planning applications found near Saltford.
- 26/02286/FUL - 41 Norman Road, Saltford, Bath And North East Somerset, BS31 3BH
Creation of loft conversion by raising the roof line and alterations to front elevation
Status: Undecided | Type: Full Application | Council: Bath and North East Somerset | Date: 2026-06-15 - - 41 Norman Road, Saltford, Bath And North East Somerset, BS31 3BH
Creation of loft conversion by raising the roof line and alterations to front elevation
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Bath | Date: 2026-06-15
View full details - - 17 Lansdown Road, Saltford, Bath And North East Somerset, BS31 3BB
Demolition of existing rear room and conservatory. Erection of single story rear extension, internal remodelling and associated external works.
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Bath | Date: 2026-06-11
View full details - 26/02186/TCA - 71 High Street, Saltford, Bath And North East Somerset, BS31 3EW
Laurel T1 - reduce by 1-2 metres. Ash self-seed T2 - fell. Conifer T3 - reduce hedge by 3-4 metres. Ash T4 - fell. Laurel and Bay T5 - reduce hedge by 3-4 metres. Ash T6 - cut back branches encroachin
Status: Undecided | Type: Tree Works Notification in Con Area | Council: Bath and North East Somerset | Date: 2026-06-08 - - 71 High Street, Saltford, Bath And North East Somerset, BS31 3EW
Laurel T1 - reduce by 1-2 metres. Ash self-seed T2 - fell. Conifer T3 - reduce hedge by 3-4 metres. Ash T4 - fell. Laurel and Bay T5 - reduce hedge by 3-4 metres. Ash T6 - cut back branches encroachin
Status: Undecided | Type: Trees | Council: Bath | Date: 2026-06-08
View full details - 26/02180/FUL - 4 Lansdown Road, Saltford, Bath And North East Somerset, BS31 3BB
Installation of replacement dormer to front elevation and new dormer to rear elevation of existing dwelling roof. Internal alterations including new doors and windows to rear elevation.
Status: Undecided | Type: Full Application | Council: Bath and North East Somerset | Date: 2026-06-08 - - 4 Lansdown Road, Saltford, Bath And North East Somerset, BS31 3BB
Installation of replacement dormer to front elevation and new dormer to rear elevation of existing dwelling roof. Internal alterations including new doors and windows to rear elevation.
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Bath | Date: 2026-06-08
View full details - 26/02148/COND - Garages To South Of 4, Stratton Road, Saltford, Bath And North East Somerset
Discharge of condition 4 of application 24/01119/FUL (Demolition of existing garages and the erection of 4 No. dwellings, parking and associated works)
Status: Undecided | Type: Discharge of Condition | Council: Bath and North East Somerset | Date: 2026-06-04 - - Garages To South Of 4, Stratton Road, Saltford, Bath And North East Somerset,
Discharge of condition 4 of application 24/01119/FUL (Demolition of existing garages and the erection of 4 No. dwellings, parking and associated works)
Status: Conditions | Type: Conditions | Council: Bath | Date: 2026-06-04
View full details - 26/01516/FUL - 22 Chestnut Walk, Saltford, Bath And North East Somerset, BS31 3BG
Erection of single storey side extension and front garage extension.
Status: Undecided | Type: Full Application | Council: Bath and North East Somerset | Date: 2026-04-23 - - The Tunnel House , High Street, Saltford, Bath And North East Somerset, BS31 3BF
2x Salix alba (willow) - fell.
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Bath | Date: 2026-04-20
View full details - - 22 Chestnut Walk, Saltford, Bath And North East Somerset, BS31 3BG
Erection of single storey side extension and front garage extension.
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Bath | Date: 2026-04-20
View full details - - Garages To South Of 4, Stratton Road, Saltford, Bath And North East Somerset,
Discharge of conditions 3 (Contaminated Land - Investigation and Risk Assessment (Pre-commencement)), 4 (Contaminated Land - Remediation Scheme (Pre-commencement)) and 5 (Flood Risk and Drainage - Inf
Status: Unresolved | Type: Conditions | Council: Bath | Date: 2026-04-08
View full details - - 33 Norman Road, Saltford, Bath And North East Somerset, BS31 3BQ
Demolition of existing prefabricated concrete panel garage and construction of new single-storey garden room for the use of the main house. Construction of new wall along boundary. Installation of new
Status: Permitted | Type: Outline | Council: Bath | Date: 2026-03-12
View full details - - Belvedere , The Shallows, Saltford, Bath And North East Somerset, BS31 3EX
Laburnum T1 - fell. Lilac T2 - crown reduce by 1-2 metres.
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Bath | Date: 2026-03-10
View full details - - 470 Bath Road, Saltford, Bath And North East Somerset, BS31 3DJ
Demolition of garage and rear conservatory. Erection of two storey side extension, and single storey rear extension with alterations and extensions to roof to form habitable accommodation within.
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Bath | Date: 2026-02-24
View full details - - Rivals , The Shallows, Saltford, Bath And North East Somerset, BS31 3EX
Ash T1 - fell Apple T2 - crown reduce by 1-2 metres and thin. Maple T3 - crown reduce 1-2 metres.
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Bath | Date: 2025-12-03
View full details - - Garages To South Of 4, Stratton Road, Saltford, Bath And North East Somerset,
Non Material Amendment to application 24/01119/FUL (Demolition of existing garages and the erection of 4 No. dwellings, parking and associated works).
Status: Permitted | Type: Amendment | Council: Bath | Date: 2025-11-05
View full details - - St Marys Church , Queen Square, Saltford, Bath And North East Somerset, BS31 3EL
T09-Scots Pine (Pinus Sylvestris), remove branch stump
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Bath | Date: 2025-09-23
View full details - - Barn And Buildings Adjacent To, Queen Square, Saltford, Bath And North East Somerset,
Conversion of barn and associated outbuildings to 1no. dwelling.
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Bath | Date: 2025-09-01
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A brief summary of Saltford in Somerset
Saltford is a sizeable village and civil parish located in Bath and North East Somerset, nestled between the cities of Bristol and Bath, and adjacent to Keynsham. Notably, it is home to Saltford Manor House, which boasts the title of the oldest continuously inhabited dwelling in England. Given its strategic location and historical significance, Saltford presents unique opportunities and considerations for planning applications in the region. The settlement has a population of approximately 4,134 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Bath and North East Somerset district.
There were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period. This makes Saltford a particularly low-crime area.
Saltford has 3 conservation areas within its boundaries: Kelston, Bitton, Saltford. 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 Saltford includes 1 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Stidham Farm SSSI; 2 Ancient Woodland sites; 1 Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB): Cotswolds. 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 Saltford
In the last 24 months, 96 planning applications were submitted near Saltford. Of these, 90% were approved, with an average decision time of 61 days.
This is slightly above the national average of approximately 87%, indicating a broadly favourable planning environment near Saltford.
At 61 days on average, decisions near Saltford slightly exceed the 8-week statutory target for minor applications, though this is common across many councils.
The most common application types near Saltford were full planning applications (39), tree works (16), discharge of conditions (14). Full planning applications account for 41% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.
In terms of development scale, 21 medium-scale applications, 64 smaller schemes were submitted. The absence of major applications suggests the area is primarily characterised by smaller-scale improvements and extensions rather than large new developments.
41 planning appeals were lodged, of which 7 were allowed and 34 were dismissed (17% success rate). This low success rate indicates that the council's refusal decisions are generally upheld by the Planning Inspectorate.
Application Outcomes
- Approved: 61 applications
- Refused: 4 applications
- Withdrawn: 3 applications
- Awaiting decision: 28 applications
Nearby Towns
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