How long do planning decisions take near Wick (TA5)?

The average planning decision time near Wick (TA5) is 66 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 Wick (TA5)?

The planning approval rate near Wick (TA5) is 100%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Wick (TA5)?

The most common type of planning application near Wick (TA5) is full planning applications, with 1 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Wick (TA5)?

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Wick (TA5), Somerset Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Wick (TA5), Somerset.

Somerset · England · settlement

Planning applications in Wick (TA5) 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 Wick (TA5)

Wick is a hamlet situated within the village and civil parish of Lympsham, located six miles west of Axbridge and southeast of Weston-super-Mare in Somerset, England. Nestled near the River Axe, Wick features historical sites such as the mid-18th century Wick Farmhouse, making it a notable area for those interested in planning applications and local heritage.

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £277,478 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: Somerset
Parliamentary constituency: Bridgwater
LSOA: Sedgemoor 011F

Crime Statistics

1 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Crime Breakdown

other-theft: 1

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Wick (TA5).

Keyword Scorecard

Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Wick (TA5).

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 Wick (TA5) based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

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A brief summary of Wick (TA5) in Somerset

Property prices in Wick (TA5) show an average sale price of £277,478, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry.

Neighbourhood safety in Wick (TA5) is generally good, with just 1 crimes reported in the most recent period.

Wick (TA5) has one conservation area within its boundaries: Stogursey. 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 Wick (TA5) includes 1 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Bridgwater Bay SSSI; 3 Ancient Woodland sites; 1 Special Areas of Conservation (SAC): Severn Estuary; 1 Special Protection Areas (SPA): Severn Estuary; 1 Ramsar Wetland Sites: Severn Estuary. 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 Wick (TA5)

In the last 24 months, 1 planning applications were submitted near Wick (TA5). Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 66 days.

This is notably above the national average of approximately 87%, suggesting a relatively permissive planning environment. Applicants near Wick (TA5) may find that well-prepared applications have a strong chance of success.

At 66 days on average, decisions near Wick (TA5) slightly exceed the 8-week statutory target for minor applications, though this is common across many councils.

The most common application types near Wick (TA5) were full planning applications (1). Full planning applications account for 100% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

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