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36 applications received or decided in the last 90 days · within 1 km of the centre of Widcombe · updated daily · Bath and North East Somerset Council

Showing 1 to 5 of 36 · received or decided in the last 90 days

Widcombe Manor, Church Street, Widcombe, Bath, BA2 6AZApprovedT1- Horse Chestnut- monolith/ framework pollard to approx 10m in height and 2-3m on remaining limbs, with secondary growth remaining on those limbs.Tree Works to TPO 5 daysReceived 27 Oct 2026Decided 2 Nov 202626/04186/TP5
Widcombe Manor, Church Street, Widcombe, Bath, BA2 6AZAwaiting decision2no. Lime (3001 and 3002) - Prune back to boundary. Abatement of crown encroachment. Tree Works Notification in Con AreaReceived 26 Oct 202626/04171/TCA
Widcombe Manor, Church Street, Widcombe, Bath, BA2 6AZAwaiting decision2no. Lime (3001 and 3002) - Prune back to boundary. Abatement of crown encroachment. Tree Works subject to TPOReceived 26 Oct 202626/04171/TPO
Moonrakers, Claverton Down Road, Claverton Down, Bath, BA2 6DZAwaiting decisionEucalyptus - fell.Tree Works Notification in Con AreaReceived 23 Oct 202626/04132/TCA
Bewdley House, Bewdley Road, Widcombe, Bath, BA2 4FFAwaiting decisionWestern Red Cedar T1 - lift the canopy to 4m. Variegated Acer T2 - reduce height to 12 feet and balance the canopy. Acer T3 - reduce to 12 feet and balance the canopy. Acer T4 - reduce to 10 feet and balance the canopy. Acer Negundo T5 - remove to give the irish yews more light. Hollow Magnolia T6 - reduce to 10 feet and balance the canopy. Yew T7 - reduce to 17 feet and balance the crown.Tree Works Notification in Con AreaReceived 19 Oct 202626/04051/TCA

Planning in Widcombe

Approved: 96%; 150 of 155 decided
Decision time: about 8 weeks; on average

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Widcombe in the last 24 months, from Bath and North East Somerset Council's planning register.

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BA2 1,021 applications in the last 12 months

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About Widcombe

Widcombe is a vibrant district in Bath, Somerset, located just south-east of the city centre, across the River Avon. This area is known for its picturesque setting and proximity to key amenities, making it an attractive location for potential planning applications.

Property prices in Widcombe show an average sale price of £484,461, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Widcombe area, indicating a relatively low flood risk at present. This is a positive factor for both existing residents and those considering property purchases or new developments.

In terms of safety, there were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period (May 2026). This makes Widcombe a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Widcombe has 14 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Widcombe 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.

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To comment on or object to a planning application near Widcombe, open it in the list above: each one links to the council's own page for it and shows any comment deadline.

In the last 24 months, 200 planning applications were submitted near Widcombe. Of these, 96% were approved, with an average decision time of 56 days.

The most common types were tree works (43), full planning applications (25), discharge of conditions (23).

5 planning appeals were lodged, of which 0 were allowed and 4 were dismissed (0% success rate).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Widcombe?

In the last 24 months, 200 planning applications were submitted near Widcombe. The approval rate is 96%.

How long do planning decisions take near Widcombe?

The average planning decision time near Widcombe is 56 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 Widcombe?

The planning approval rate near Widcombe is 96%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Widcombe?

The most common type of planning application near Widcombe is tree works applications, with 43 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Widcombe?

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