How long do planning decisions take near Wookey?

The average planning decision time near Wookey is 61 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 Wookey?

The planning approval rate near Wookey is 67%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Wookey?

The most common type of planning application near Wookey is full planning applications, with 3 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Wookey?

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Wookey, Somerset Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Wookey, Somerset.

Somerset · England · settlement

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About Wookey

Wookey is a picturesque village and civil parish located just 2 miles west of Wells, Somerset, along the scenic River Axe. It encompasses the village of Henton and the hamlets of Yarley and Bleadney, the latter of which historically hosted a port in the 8th century, facilitating trade close to Wells. Notably, Wookey is distinct from the nearby Wookey Hole, renowned for its famous caves, making it a valuable area for those researching planning applications related to heritage and development.

Population: 1,269 (2021)

District: Mendip

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Area Information

Admin district: Somerset
Parliamentary constituency: Wells and Mendip Hills
LSOA: Mendip 005E

Crime Statistics

7 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Crime Breakdown

violent-crime: 4
public-order: 2
burglary: 1

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Wookey.

Keyword Scorecard

Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Wookey.

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 Wookey based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

1 planning application found near Wookey.

- 34 Knowle Lane Wookey Wells Somerset BA5 1LB
Two storey rear and side extension.
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Mendip | Date: 2023-03-31
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A brief summary of Wookey in Somerset

There were 7 crimes reported in the Wookey area during the most recent period, a moderate level that is broadly in line with similar-sized settlements.

Ecology & Nature Designations

The area around Wookey includes 1 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Ben Knowle SSSI; 1 Ancient Woodland site. 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 Wookey

In the last 24 months, 3 planning applications were submitted near Wookey. Of these, 67% were approved, with an average decision time of 61 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 Wookey.

At 61 days on average, decisions near Wookey slightly exceed the 8-week statutory target for minor applications, though this is common across many councils.

The most common application types near Wookey were full planning applications (3). 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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