How long do planning decisions take near Tellisford?

The average planning decision time near Tellisford is 30 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 Tellisford?

The planning approval rate near Tellisford is 100%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Tellisford?

The most common type of planning application near Tellisford is tree works applications, with 2 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Tellisford?

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Tellisford, Somerset Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Tellisford, Somerset.

Somerset · England · settlement

Planning applications in Tellisford 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 Tellisford

Tellisford is a quaint village and civil parish located 6 miles (10 km) north-east of Frome in Somerset, England. It encompasses the nearby village of Woolverton, making it a charming area for potential planning applications, with its rural setting and close-knit community.

Population: 213 (2021)

District: Mendip

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £484,461 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: Bath and North East Somerset
Parliamentary constituency: Bath
LSOA: Bath and North East Somerset 011D

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-05.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Tellisford.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Tellisford based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

5 planning applications found near Tellisford.

- The Old Rectory Tellisford Lane To Footpath Tellisford Frome Somerset BA2 7RL
T1 - Holm Oak - Crown lift to 5m over road & reduce crown by 2m. T2 - Ash - Crown lift up to 5m & reduce low lateral limb by up to 5m. T3 - Robinia - Remove deadwood & reduce crown by up to 3m. T4 - R
Status: Undecided | Type: Trees | Council: Mendip | Date: 2026-06-23
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- Riverside Cottage Footpath Tellisford Frome Somerset BA2 7RL
T1 - Weeping Willow - Reduce the height x 4m & spread x up to 3m back to the previous pruning points. T1 - Crab Apple - Reduce the height x 2m.
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Mendip | Date: 2026-02-09
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- Vaggs Hill farmhouse, Vaggs Hill, Southwick, Trowbridge, Wilts, BA2 7RL
Discharge of condition 5 of PL/2023/02715
Status: Permitted | Type: Conditions | Council: Wiltshire | Date: 2024-07-31
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- Church Farm Tellisford Lane To Footpath Tellisford Bath Somerset BA2 7RL
T1 - Ash - Reduce and reshape canopy by no more than 2m laterally in any direction.
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Mendip | Date: 2023-11-01
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- The Old Rectory Tellisford Lane To Footpath Tellisford Frome Somerset BA2 7RL
TG1 Trees and shrubs, 1x Purple Leaf Plum, 5x Hazel, 3x Viburnum and 1x Yew with long low lateral brances that overhanging the boundary wall and church footpath. Reduce long lateral branches by up to
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Mendip | Date: 2023-02-02
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A brief summary of Tellisford in Somerset

Property prices in Tellisford show an average sale price of £484,461, 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 Tellisford a particularly low-crime area.

Tellisford has 2 conservation areas within its boundaries: Rode, Tellisford. 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 Tellisford includes 9 Ancient Woodland sites. 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 Tellisford

In the last 24 months, 3 planning applications were submitted near Tellisford. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 30 days.

This is notably above the national average of approximately 87%, suggesting a relatively permissive planning environment. Applicants near Tellisford may find that well-prepared applications have a strong chance of success.

The average decision time of 30 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Tellisford were tree works (2), discharge of conditions (1). The significant number of tree-related applications is typical for areas with mature tree cover or active tree preservation orders.

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