How long do planning decisions take near Woolley?

The average planning decision time near Woolley is 85 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 Woolley?

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

What types of planning applications are most common near Woolley?

The most common type of planning application near Woolley is discharge of conditions, with 3 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Woolley?

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Woolley, Somerset Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Woolley, Somerset.

Somerset · England · settlement

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About Woolley

Woolley is a quaint village located within the civil parish of Charlcombe, just north of Bath in the Bath and North East Somerset unitary authority. As of the 2011 census, the parish had a population of 422 and also encompasses the villages of Langridge and the hamlet of Lansdown, making it a small but vibrant community for those considering planning applications in the area.

District: Charlcombe

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £488,970 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: Bath and North East Somerset
Parliamentary constituency: Bath
LSOA: Bath and North East Somerset 007C

Crime Statistics

5 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Crime Breakdown

burglary: 2
violent-crime: 2
anti-social-behaviour: 1

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Woolley.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Woolley based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

2 planning applications found near Woolley.

- Charlcombe Grove Farm , Access Road To Ravenswell House, Charlcombe, Bath, Bath And North East Somerset, BA1 9BQ
Discharge of condition 2 (Materials - Submission of Schedule and Samples) of application 21/02814/FUL (Construction of a rear single storey extension with new retaining wall in the location of the pre
Status: Conditions | Type: Conditions | Council: Bath | Date: 2024-07-31
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- The Crate , 5 High Street, Woolley, Bath, Bath And North East Somerset, BA1 8AR
Change of use from a granny annexe to a separate dwelling unit.
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Bath | Date: 2023-09-05
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A brief summary of Woolley in Somerset

Property prices in Woolley show an average sale price of £488,970, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry.

Neighbourhood safety in Woolley is generally good, with just 5 crimes reported in the most recent period.

Woolley has 2 conservation areas within its boundaries: Bath, Charlcombe. Planning applications within or near these conservation areas 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 Woolley includes 3 Ancient Woodland sites; 1 Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB): Cotswolds. 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 Woolley

In the last 24 months, 5 planning applications were submitted near Woolley. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 85 days.

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

The average decision period of 85 days exceeds the 8-week target for minor applications but falls within the 13-week target for major schemes. Applicants should plan for approximately 13 weeks from submission to decision.

The most common application types near Woolley were discharge of conditions (3), full planning applications (1), tree works (1).

In terms of development scale, 2 medium-scale applications, 3 smaller schemes were submitted.

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