How long do planning decisions take near Upper Littleton?

The average planning decision time near Upper Littleton is 119 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 Littleton?

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

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

The most common type of planning application near Upper Littleton is full planning applications, with 2 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Upper Littleton?

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Upper Littleton, Somerset Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Upper Littleton, Somerset.

Somerset · England · settlement

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Area Information

Admin district: North Somerset
Parliamentary constituency: Wells and Mendip Hills
LSOA: North Somerset 024D

Crime Statistics

2 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Crime Breakdown

burglary: 1
robbery: 1

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Upper Littleton.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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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...)
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Planning Activity Summary

Approval rates, average decision times, and application type distribution for Upper Littleton based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

2 planning applications found near Upper Littleton.

- Manor Farm Littleton Lane Winford BS40 8HF
Proposed extension and alteration of the host dwelling to include a two storey rear extension, a new dormer, new finishing materials and alteration to the porch, with associated works.
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: North Somerset | Date: 2026-01-16
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- Mead Farm Cottage Littleton Lane Winford BS40 8HF
Change of use from agricultural land to residential curtilage to allow for separate access, driveway and car parking at Mead Farm Cottage. Minor hard and soft landscaping amendments proposed. (No prop
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: North Somerset | Date: 2024-12-11
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A brief summary of Upper Littleton in Somerset

Upper Littleton is a settlement located in Somerset, England.

Neighbourhood safety in Upper Littleton is generally good, with just 2 crimes reported in the most recent period.

Ecology & Nature Designations

The area around Upper Littleton includes 1 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Barns Batch Spinney SSSI; 1 Ancient Woodland site. 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 Littleton 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 Littleton

In the last 24 months, 2 planning applications were submitted near Upper Littleton. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 119 days.

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

With an average of 119 days, decisions near Upper Littleton take longer than the statutory targets. Applicants should budget for a 4-month timeline and consider pre-application discussions to avoid delays.

The most common application types near Upper Littleton were full planning applications (2). Full planning applications account for 100% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

In terms of development scale, 1 medium-scale application, 1 smaller scheme were submitted.

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