How long do planning decisions take near Wellisford?

The average planning decision time near Wellisford is 281 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 Wellisford?

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

What types of planning applications are most common near Wellisford?

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

How can I track planning applications near Wellisford?

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Wellisford, Somerset Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Wellisford, Somerset.

Somerset · England · settlement

Planning applications in Wellisford 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.

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £357,451 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: Somerset
Parliamentary constituency: Taunton and Wellington
LSOA: Somerset West and Taunton 018B

Crime Statistics

1 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Crime Breakdown

criminal-damage-arson: 1

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Wellisford.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Wellisford based on the last 24 months of planning data.

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A brief summary of Wellisford in Somerset

Wellisford is a settlement located in Somerset, England.

Property prices in Wellisford show an average sale price of £357,451, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry.

Neighbourhood safety in Wellisford is generally good, with just 1 crimes reported in the most recent period.

Ecology & Nature Designations

The area around Wellisford includes 1 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Langford Heathfield SSSI; 4 Ancient Woodland sites. 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, Wellisford 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 Wellisford

In the last 24 months, 3 planning applications were submitted near Wellisford. Of these, 0% were approved, with an average decision time of 281 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 Wellisford.

With an average of 281 days, decisions near Wellisford take longer than the statutory targets. Applicants should budget for a 10-month timeline and consider pre-application discussions to avoid delays.

The most common application types near Wellisford were full planning applications (2), listed building and heritage (1). Full planning applications account for 67% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

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