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Planning in Winscombe

Approved
89%
47 of 52 decided
Decision time
about 9 weeks
on average

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

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About Winscombe

Winscombe is a large village located in the North Somerset unitary district, nestled on the western edge of the Mendip Hills. Situated approximately 7 miles southeast of Weston-super-Mare and 14 miles southwest of Bristol, it serves as a hub for several surrounding communities, including Barton, Hale, Oakridge, Nye, Sidcot, and Woodborough. The village is centred around the Parish Church of St James the Great, making it a significant focal point for local planning and development activities. It sits within the Winscombe and Sandford district.

Property prices in Winscombe show an average sale price of £498,289, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry.

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

The area around Winscombe has 9 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Winscombe 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 Winscombe, 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, 79 planning applications were submitted near Winscombe. Of these, 89% were approved, with an average decision time of 62 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (7), tree works (4), amendments (2).

1 planning appeal was lodged, of which 1 was allowed and 0 were dismissed (100% success rate).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Winscombe?
In the last 24 months, 79 planning applications were submitted near Winscombe. The approval rate is 89%.
How long do planning decisions take near Winscombe?
The average planning decision time near Winscombe is 62 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 Winscombe?
The planning approval rate near Winscombe is 89%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Winscombe?
The most common type of planning application near Winscombe is full planning applications, with 7 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Winscombe?
You can search and track planning applications near Winscombe on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.