How long do planning decisions take near West Town (BA6)?

The average planning decision time near West Town (BA6) is 76 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 West Town (BA6)?

The planning approval rate near West Town (BA6) is 0%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near West Town (BA6)?

The most common type of planning application near West Town (BA6) is full planning applications, with 1 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near West Town (BA6)?

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West Town (BA6), Somerset Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near West Town (BA6), Somerset.

Somerset · England · settlement

Planning applications in West Town (BA6) 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 West Town (BA6)

Backwell is a village and civil parish located in North Somerset, England, approximately 7 miles southwest of Bristol and south of the A370 road leading to Weston-super-Mare. As of the 2011 census, it has a population of 4,589 and encompasses several hamlets, including Backwell Common and Backwell Green, as well as districts such as Backwell West Town and Downside. This vibrant community offers opportunities for planning applications in a picturesque setting with close proximity to larger urban areas.

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £410,043 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: Somerset
Parliamentary constituency: Glastonbury and Somerton
LSOA: Mendip 011D

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-05.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near West Town (BA6).

Keyword Scorecard

Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near West Town (BA6).

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 West Town (BA6) based on the last 24 months of planning data.

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A brief summary of West Town (BA6) in Somerset

Property prices in West Town (BA6) show an average sale price of £410,043, 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 West Town (BA6) a particularly low-crime area.

Ecology & Nature Designations

The area around West Town (BA6) includes 2 Ancient Woodland sites. 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 West Town (BA6)

In the last 24 months, 2 planning applications were submitted near West Town (BA6). Of these, 0% were approved, with an average decision time of 76 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 West Town (BA6).

The average decision period of 76 days exceeds the 8-week target for minor applications but falls within the 13-week target for major schemes. Applicants should plan for approximately 11 weeks from submission to decision.

The most common application types near West Town (BA6) were full planning applications (1), discharge of conditions (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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