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Planning in Stowey

Approved
90%
9 of 10 decided
Decision time
about 8 weeks
on average

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

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About Stowey

Stowey is a quaint village located in the Bath and North East Somerset district of Somerset, England. Nestled in the picturesque Chew Valley, it lies south of Chew Valley Lake and north of the Mendip Hills, approximately 10 miles from Bristol along the A368 road. Now part of the parish of Stowey Sutton, Stowey shares its community with the nearby village of Bishop Sutton, making it an area of interest for planning applications and local developments. It sits within the Stowey-Sutton district.

There are currently no active flood warnings for the Stowey area, indicating a relatively low flood risk at present. This is a positive factor for both existing residents and those considering property purchases or new developments.

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

The area around Stowey has 5 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Stowey 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.

To comment on or object to a planning application near Stowey, 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, 11 planning applications were submitted near Stowey. Of these, 90% were approved, with an average decision time of 56 days.

The most common types were discharge of conditions (3), full planning applications (2), outline applications (1).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Stowey?
In the last 24 months, 11 planning applications were submitted near Stowey. The approval rate is 90%.
How long do planning decisions take near Stowey?
The average planning decision time near Stowey is 56 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 Stowey?
The planning approval rate near Stowey is 90%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Stowey?
The most common type of planning application near Stowey is discharge of conditions, with 3 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Stowey?
You can search and track planning applications near Stowey on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.