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Planning in Upper Weston

Approved
94%
16 of 16 decided
Decision time
about 9 weeks
on average

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

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About Upper Weston

Upper Weston is a suburb and electoral ward of Bath, situated in the northwest of the city within Bath and North East Somerset, England. Once a distinct village, it has integrated into Bath due to urban expansion, particularly with the Victorian development of Lower Weston and the establishment of local authority housing after World War II. This historical growth presents various opportunities and considerations for planning applications in the area.

Property prices in Upper Weston show an average sale price of £484,461, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Upper Weston 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 Weston a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Upper Weston has 4 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

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

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To comment on or object to a planning application near Upper Weston, 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, 22 planning applications were submitted near Upper Weston. Of these, 94% were approved, with an average decision time of 63 days.

The most common types were outline applications (2), listed building and heritage (2), tree works (2).

1 planning appeal was lodged, of which 0 were allowed and 1 was dismissed (0% success rate).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Upper Weston?
In the last 24 months, 22 planning applications were submitted near Upper Weston. The approval rate is 94%.
How long do planning decisions take near Upper Weston?
The average planning decision time near Upper Weston is 63 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 Weston?
The planning approval rate near Upper Weston is 94%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Upper Weston?
The most common type of planning application near Upper Weston is outline applications, with 2 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Upper Weston?
You can search and track planning applications near Upper Weston on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.