How long do planning decisions take near Worlebury?

The average planning decision time near Worlebury is 47 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 Worlebury?

The planning approval rate near Worlebury is 88%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Worlebury?

The most common type of planning application near Worlebury is tree works applications, with 11 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Worlebury?

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Worlebury, Somerset Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Worlebury, Somerset.

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £285,604 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: North Somerset
Parliamentary constituency: Weston-super-Mare
LSOA: North Somerset 027E

Crime Statistics

158 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Crime Breakdown

violent-crime: 78
anti-social-behaviour: 21
public-order: 18
criminal-damage-arson: 8
vehicle-crime: 8
other-theft: 6
other-crime: 6
burglary: 4
shoplifting: 3
drugs: 2
possession-of-weapons: 2
bicycle-theft: 1
robbery: 1

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Worlebury.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Worlebury based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

7 planning applications found near Worlebury.

- 20 Trawden Close Weston-super-Mare BS23 2UE
T1 Holm Oak - north east of the dwelling - whole crown reduction by 2.5 height and up to 2 meters laterally
Status: Undecided | Type: Trees | Council: North Somerset | Date: 2026-03-26
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- 89 Bristol Road Lower Weston-super-Mare BS23 2TS
Fraxinus excelsior x1 - Dismantle to ground level and install eco-plugs. Large Ash in a residential garden, early signs of Ash Dieback, historic limb loss over residents and neighbours garden, deadwoo
Status: Undecided | Type: Trees | Council: North Somerset | Date: 2026-02-11
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- 29 Cliff Road Weston-super-Mare BS22 9SE
Proposed erection of a two story rear extension and reconfiguration to dwelling.
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: North Somerset | Date: 2025-10-14
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- 56 Ashcombe Gardens Weston-super-Mare BS23 2XH
Proposed infill porch extension and fenestration alterations and replacements.
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: North Somerset | Date: 2025-04-28
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- Pavement O/S 6 Challow Drive Weston-super-Mare BS22 9QX
Notification under Regulation 5 of the Electronic Communications Code of the intention to install fixed line broadband apparatus comprising of the installation of 1no. 9m medium pole. THIS IS NOT A PL
Status: Permitted | Council: North Somerset | Date: 2025-04-01
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- 16 Worlebury Hill Road Weston-super-Mare BS22 9SQ
Demolition of the existing conservatory and proposed erection of a replacement single storey rear extension.
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: North Somerset | Date: 2024-06-14
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- 28 Forest Drive Weston-super-Mare North Somerset BS23 2UB
Proposed erection of an enlarged replacement single garage attached to the existing bungalow with a small workshop/utility space behind.
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: North Somerset | Date: 2022-12-29
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A brief summary of Worlebury in Somerset

Worlebury is a settlement located in Somerset, England.

Property prices in Worlebury show an average sale price of £285,604, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry.

The Worlebury area recorded 158 crimes in the most recent reporting period. As with any urban or suburban area, prospective residents may wish to review the detailed crime breakdown for further context.

Worlebury has one conservation area within its boundaries: Great Weston. 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 Worlebury includes 1 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Severn Estuary SSSI; 2 Ancient Woodland sites; 1 Special Areas of Conservation (SAC): Severn Estuary; 1 Special Protection Areas (SPA): Severn Estuary; 1 Ramsar Wetland Sites: Severn Estuary. 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 Worlebury

In the last 24 months, 25 planning applications were submitted near Worlebury. Of these, 88% were approved, with an average decision time of 47 days.

This is slightly above the national average of approximately 87%, indicating a broadly favourable planning environment near Worlebury.

The average decision time of 47 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Worlebury were tree works (11), full planning applications (7), discharge of conditions (2). The significant number of tree-related applications is typical for areas with mature tree cover or active tree preservation orders.

In terms of development scale, 2 medium-scale applications, 23 smaller schemes were submitted.

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