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Planning in Upper Langford

Approved
100%
11 of 11 decided
Decision time
about 11 weeks
on average

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

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About Upper Langford

Upper Langford is a hamlet within the village and civil parish of Churchill in North Somerset, England. Nestled on the western edge of the Mendip Hills, it is approximately 8 miles east of Weston-super-Mare and 15 miles south-west of Bristol. The broader parish, which also encompasses Lower Langford, had a population of 2,250 as of 2015, making it a quaint community with potential planning development opportunities.

There are currently no active flood warnings for the Upper Langford 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 Upper Langford a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Upper Langford has 6 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Upper Langford 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 Upper Langford, 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, 14 planning applications were submitted near Upper Langford. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 79 days.

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

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Upper Langford?
In the last 24 months, 14 planning applications were submitted near Upper Langford. The approval rate is 100%.
How long do planning decisions take near Upper Langford?
The average planning decision time near Upper Langford is 79 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 Langford?
The planning approval rate near Upper Langford is 100%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Upper Langford?
The most common type of planning application near Upper Langford is full planning applications, with 3 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Upper Langford?
You can search and track planning applications near Upper Langford on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.