How long do planning decisions take near Washford?

The average planning decision time near Washford is 13 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 Washford?

The planning approval rate near Washford is 0%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Washford?

The most common type of planning application near Washford is full planning applications, with 3 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Washford?

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Washford, Somerset Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Washford, Somerset.

Somerset · England · settlement

Planning applications in Washford 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 Washford

Washford is a picturesque village located on the Washford River within the civil parish of Old Cleeve, Somerset. Nestled in a valley near the Bristol Channel and the A39 road, it lies 7 miles east of Minehead and 2 miles southwest of Watchet. The village is also home to Cleeve Abbey, renowned as one of England's best-preserved medieval monasteries, making it an area of historical significance for potential planning applications.

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £309,522 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: Somerset
Parliamentary constituency: Tiverton and Minehead
LSOA: Somerset West and Taunton 003C

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-05.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Washford.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Washford based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

2 planning applications found near Washford.

- Huish Cottage, Huish Lane, Old Cleeve, Watchet, TA23 0PA
Erection of a single storey extension to the rear
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: West Somerset | Date: 2026-04-07
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- Washford Post Office and Stores, Station Road, Washford, TA23 0PJ
Change of use of living room to post office and shop, reinstating main entrance door, and alterations to side garage door
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: West Somerset | Date: 2023-10-03
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A brief summary of Washford in Somerset

Property prices in Washford show an average sale price of £309,522, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry.

There were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period. This makes Washford a particularly low-crime area.

Washford has one conservation area within its boundaries: Old Cleeve. 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 Washford includes 1 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Cleeve Hill 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, Washford 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 Washford

In the last 24 months, 6 planning applications were submitted near Washford. Of these, 0% were approved, with an average decision time of 13 days.

This is below the national average of approximately 87%, which may reflect stricter local policies, sensitivity of the area, or higher levels of speculative applications. Pre-application advice is particularly worthwhile near Washford.

The average decision time of 13 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Washford were full planning applications (3), listed building and heritage (2), tree works (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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