What is the planning approval rate near Waterlip?

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

What types of planning applications are most common near Waterlip?

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

How can I track planning applications near Waterlip?

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Waterlip, Somerset Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Waterlip, Somerset.

Somerset · England · settlement

Planning applications in Waterlip 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 Waterlip

Cranmore, located east of Shepton Mallet in Somerset, is a village and civil parish that encompasses the hamlets of Waterlip, East Cranmore, and Dean. As of the 2011 census, the parish had a population of 667, making it a small but vibrant community, relevant for those considering planning applications in the area.

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £331,810 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: Somerset
Parliamentary constituency: Frome and East Somerset
LSOA: Mendip 010A

Crime Statistics

3 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Crime Breakdown

drugs: 1
violent-crime: 1
other-crime: 1

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Waterlip.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Waterlip based on the last 24 months of planning data.

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A brief summary of Waterlip in Somerset

Property prices in Waterlip show an average sale price of £331,810, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry.

Neighbourhood safety in Waterlip is generally good, with just 3 crimes reported in the most recent period.

Ecology & Nature Designations

The area around Waterlip includes 1 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Moon's Hill Quarry SSSI. These designations may affect planning decisions, as proposals near protected sites require environmental impact assessment and may face additional restrictions.

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Planning Activity in Waterlip

In the last 24 months, 1 planning applications were submitted near Waterlip. Of these, 100% were approved.

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

The most common application types near Waterlip were amendments (1).

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