How long do planning decisions take near Upper Canada?

The average planning decision time near Upper Canada is 50 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 Upper Canada?

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

What types of planning applications are most common near Upper Canada?

The most common type of planning application near Upper Canada is full planning applications, with 1 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Upper Canada?

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Upper Canada, Somerset Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Upper Canada, Somerset.

Somerset · England · settlement

Planning applications in Upper Canada 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 Upper Canada

Hutton is a village and civil parish located in Somerset, England, with a population of 2,582. Nestled on the western edge of the Mendip Hills, it falls under the jurisdiction of the North Somerset unitary authority and is situated near Weston-super-Mare, making it a relevant area for planning applications and developments.

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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 023G

Crime Statistics

10 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Crime Breakdown

violent-crime: 3
burglary: 2
other-crime: 2
criminal-damage-arson: 1
other-theft: 1
vehicle-crime: 1

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Upper Canada.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Upper Canada based on the last 24 months of planning data.

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A brief summary of Upper Canada in Somerset

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

There were 10 crimes reported in the Upper Canada area during the most recent period, a moderate level that is broadly in line with similar-sized settlements.

Upper Canada has one conservation area within its boundaries: Christon. Planning applications within or near this conservation area 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 Upper Canada includes 1 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Shiplate Slait SSSI; 8 Ancient Woodland sites; 1 Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB): Mendip Hills. These designations may affect planning decisions, as proposals near protected sites require environmental impact assessment and may face additional restrictions.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Upper Canada 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 Upper Canada

In the last 24 months, 2 planning applications were submitted near Upper Canada. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 50 days.

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

The average decision time of 50 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Upper Canada were full planning applications (1), outline applications (1). Full planning applications account for 50% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

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