How long do planning decisions take near Uphill?

The average planning decision time near Uphill is 45 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 Uphill?

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

What types of planning applications are most common near Uphill?

The most common type of planning application near Uphill is tree works applications, with 7 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Uphill?

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Uphill, Somerset Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Uphill, Somerset.

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About Uphill

Uphill is a picturesque village located on the southern edge of Weston-super-Mare in North Somerset, England, along the scenic Bristol Channel coast. Formerly a civil parish, it now forms part of the wider Weston-super-Mare parish, making it an area of interest for those researching planning applications in this coastal region.

District: Weston-super-Mare

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £285,604 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: North Somerset
Parliamentary constituency: Weston-super-Mare
LSOA: North Somerset 018E

Crime Statistics

57 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Crime Breakdown

violent-crime: 30
public-order: 7
anti-social-behaviour: 5
criminal-damage-arson: 4
other-theft: 3
burglary: 2
possession-of-weapons: 2
bicycle-theft: 1
robbery: 1
vehicle-crime: 1
other-crime: 1

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Uphill.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Uphill based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

5 planning applications found near Uphill.

- 2 Little Orchard Uphill Weston-super-Mare BS23 4SU
Prior approval request for the erection of a single storey rear extension with a flat roof that would 1) extend beyond the rear wall of the original house by 4.00 metres; 2) have a maximum height of 2
Status: Undecided | Type: Outline | Council: North Somerset | Date: 2026-04-02
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- 6 Southfield Close Uphill Weston-super-Mare BS23 4XJ
Sycamore - Crown reduction from approximately 8 metres in height to approximately 5.5 metres in height; lateral branches to be reduced by up to approximately 1.5 metres.
Status: Undecided | Type: Trees | Council: North Somerset | Date: 2026-03-03
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- 19 St Nicholas Road Uphill Weston-super-Mare BS23 4XE
Proposed removal of existing rear lean-to, erection of a single storey rear extension and detached outbuilding to the rear of the site.
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: North Somerset | Date: 2026-01-22
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- 7 Berkeley Crescent Uphill Weston-super-Mare BS23 4XZ
Demolition of the existing garage and proposed erection of a single storey side extension.
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: North Somerset | Date: 2025-03-20
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- 10 Links Road Uphill BS23 4XX
Proposed Installation of 18no. Solar Panels at the North-West and South-East elevations.
Status: Withdrawn | Type: Full | Council: North Somerset | Date: 2023-07-20
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A brief summary of Uphill in Somerset

Property prices in Uphill show an average sale price of £285,604, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry.

The Uphill area recorded 57 crimes in the most recent reporting period. As with any urban or suburban area, prospective residents may wish to review the detailed crime breakdown for further context.

Uphill has 3 conservation areas within its boundaries: Great Weston, Uphill, Uphill North. 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 Uphill includes 2 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Severn Estuary SSSI, Uphill Cliff SSSI; 2 Special Areas of Conservation (SAC): Mendip Limestone Grasslands, Severn Estuary; 1 Special Protection Areas (SPA): Severn Estuary; 1 Ramsar Wetland Sites: Severn Estuary. 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 Uphill

In the last 24 months, 12 planning applications were submitted near Uphill. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 45 days.

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

The average decision time of 45 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Uphill were tree works (7), full planning applications (2), discharge of conditions (2). The significant number of tree-related applications is typical for areas with mature tree cover or active tree preservation orders.

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