How long do planning decisions take near Wick St Lawrence?

The average planning decision time near Wick St Lawrence is 54 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 St Lawrence?

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

What types of planning applications are most common near Wick St Lawrence?

The most common type of planning application near Wick St Lawrence is full planning applications, with 5 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Wick St Lawrence?

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Wick St Lawrence, Somerset Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Wick St Lawrence, Somerset.

Somerset · England · settlement

Planning applications in Wick St Lawrence 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 St Lawrence

Wick St Lawrence is a civil parish and village located in Somerset, England, within the North Somerset unitary authority. The parish, which encompasses the areas of Bourton, Icelton, and Ebdon, had a population of 1,331 according to the 2011 census, making it a small yet vibrant community for those considering planning applications in the region.

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £285,604 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: North Somerset
Parliamentary constituency: Weston-super-Mare
LSOA: North Somerset 017B

Crime Statistics

14 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Crime Breakdown

shoplifting: 4
anti-social-behaviour: 3
criminal-damage-arson: 2
violent-crime: 2
other-theft: 1
public-order: 1
other-crime: 1

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Wick St Lawrence.

Keyword Scorecard

Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Wick St Lawrence.

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 St Lawrence based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

4 planning applications found near Wick St Lawrence.

- Council Houses 3 Wick Road Wick St Lawrence Weston-super-Mare BS22 7YL
Erection of a double-storey rear extension following the demolition of the existing single-storey rear extension.
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: North Somerset | Date: 2026-03-09
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- Cypress Farm Caravan Site Cypress Farm Wick Road Wick St Lawrence Weston-super-Mare BS22 7YR
Proposed partial change of use of existing storage barns to form 3no. 1-bed holiday lets alongside campsite shower and toilet facilities.
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: North Somerset | Date: 2026-03-03
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- 3 Cedar Court Wick Road Wick St Lawrence Weston-super-Mare BS22 7YP
Proposed replacement of existing gable roofing with new roofing at an increased pitch and ridge height.
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: North Somerset | Date: 2026-01-15
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- Cypress Farm Caravan Site Cypress Farm Wick Road Wick St Lawrence BS22 7YR
Change of use and conversion of existing office unit into 2no one-bedroom holiday let accommodation with raised refuge area. Works to include additional doors and windows to east and west elevations.
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: North Somerset | Date: 2023-03-24
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A brief summary of Wick St Lawrence in Somerset

Property prices in Wick St Lawrence show an average sale price of £285,604, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry.

There were 14 crimes reported in the Wick St Lawrence area during the most recent period, a moderate level that is broadly in line with similar-sized settlements.

Ecology & Nature Designations

The area around Wick St Lawrence includes 1 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Severn Estuary SSSI; 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 St Lawrence

In the last 24 months, 6 planning applications were submitted near Wick St Lawrence. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 54 days.

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

The average decision time of 54 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Wick St Lawrence were full planning applications (5), outline applications (1). Full planning applications account for 83% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

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