Woollard, Somerset Planning Applications
Recent planning applications near Woollard, Somerset.
Somerset · England · settlement
About Woollard
Woollard is a quaint village located along the River Chew within the affluent Chew Valley, part of Bath and North East Somerset. Situated approximately 7 miles from Bristol, 9 miles from Bath, and just 4 miles from Keynsham, it offers a picturesque setting for potential development and planning applications in a desirable area.
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Area Information
- Admin district: Bath and North East Somerset
- Parliamentary constituency: North East Somerset and Hanham
- LSOA: Bath and North East Somerset 021D
Crime Statistics
1 crimes reported in 2026-02.
Crime Breakdown
- criminal-damage-arson: 1
Flood Risk
No active flood warnings near Woollard.
Keyword Scorecard
Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Woollard.
- 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 Woollard based on the last 24 months of planning data.
Nearby Applications
3 planning applications found near Woollard.
- - Woollard Place, Hunstrete Lane, Woollard, Bristol, Bath And North East Somerset, BS39 4HU
Dead Elm- Fell
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Bath | Date: 2026-02-23
View full details - - River Bank, Mill Lane, Woollard, Bristol, Bath And North East Somerset,
Rowan tree - dead. To fell.
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Bath | Date: 2025-09-30
View full details - - Bell Farm , Hunstrete Lane, Woollard, Bristol, Bath And North East Somerset, BS39 4HU
7 no Willow trees, pollarding to 1.5m above natural ground level Apple tree-extensive prune
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Bath | Date: 2023-07-20
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A brief summary of Woollard in Somerset
Woollard is a quaint village located along the River Chew within the affluent Chew Valley, part of Bath and North East Somerset. Situated approximately 7 miles from Bristol, 9 miles from Bath, and just 4 miles from Keynsham, it offers a picturesque setting for potential development and planning applications in a desirable area.
Neighbourhood safety in Woollard is generally good, with just 1 crimes reported in the most recent period.
Woollard has one conservation area within its boundaries: Woollard. 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 Woollard includes 4 Ancient Woodland sites. These designations may affect planning decisions, as proposals near protected sites require environmental impact assessment and may face additional restrictions.
For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Woollard 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.
Planning Activity in Woollard
In the last 24 months, 3 planning applications were submitted near Woollard. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 26 days.
This is notably above the national average of approximately 87%, suggesting a relatively permissive planning environment. Applicants near Woollard may find that well-prepared applications have a strong chance of success.
The average decision time of 26 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.
The most common application types near Woollard were tree works (2), discharge of conditions (1). The significant number of tree-related applications is typical for areas with mature tree cover or active tree preservation orders.
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Related Planning Guides
- What Is Planning Permission in the UK? — Planning permission is the formal approval you need from your local council before making certain changes to a building or piece of land.
- What Is Permitted Development? — Permitted development rights allow certain building works and changes of use without the need to apply for planning permission.
- How Long Does Planning Permission Take? — Typical timelines for planning permission decisions in the UK, from submission to approval, and what can cause delays.