How long do planning decisions take near Yate?

The average planning decision time near Yate is 55 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 Yate?

The planning approval rate near Yate is 50%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Yate?

The most common type of planning application near Yate is full planning applications, with 17 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Yate?

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Yate, Gloucestershire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Yate, Gloucestershire.

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About Yate

Yate is a vibrant town and civil parish located in South Gloucestershire, England, positioned southwest of the scenic Cotswold Hills. Conveniently situated 12 miles northeast of Bristol and equally distant from Bath, Yate offers a strategic location for planning applications, benefiting from its proximity to major urban centres while retaining a distinct community character.

Population: 23,701 (2021)

District: South Gloucestershire

Website: http://www.yatetowncouncil.gov.uk/

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Area Information

Admin district: South Gloucestershire
Parliamentary constituency: Thornbury and Yate
LSOA: South Gloucestershire 008C

Crime Statistics

137 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Crime Breakdown

violent-crime: 72
anti-social-behaviour: 19
criminal-damage-arson: 10
public-order: 9
shoplifting: 7
burglary: 5
robbery: 5
other-theft: 3
drugs: 2
vehicle-crime: 2
other-crime: 2
possession-of-weapons: 1

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Yate.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Yate based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

11 planning applications found near Yate.

- White Lion Public House Church Road Yate South Gloucestershire BS37 5BG
Demolition of skittle alley building. Erection of a two storey replacement extension.
Status: Undecided | Type: Heritage | Council: South Gloucestershire | Date: 2026-03-26
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- White Lion Public House Church Road Yate South Gloucestershire BS37 5BG
Demolition of former skittle alley and erection of a two storey building to form additional hotel accommodation.
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: South Gloucestershire | Date: 2026-02-26
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- 13 Fairhaven Yate South Gloucestershire BS37 4DS
Erection of single storey front extension to form additional living accommodation.
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: South Gloucestershire | Date: 2026-01-23
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- Unit 1 12 East Walk Yate South Gloucestershire BS37 4AS
Change of use from shop (Class E) to hot food takeaway (Sui generis) as defined in the Town and Country Planning (Use Classes) Order 1987 (as amended).
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: South Gloucestershire | Date: 2024-09-05
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- Land At Yate Shopping Centre Yate South Gloucestershire
Installation of 8 no. EV chargers, 1no. feeder pillar, 1no. power bank and 1 no. substation with associated equipment and works.
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: South Gloucestershire | Date: 2024-08-21
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- Upper Floors 11 - 19 West Walk Yate South Gloucestershire BS37 4AX
Prior notification for the change of use from commercial (Class E) to 10 no. dwellings (Class C3) as defined in the Town and Country Planning (Use Classes) Order 1985 as amended.
Status: Conditions | Type: Outline | Council: South Gloucestershire | Date: 2024-05-01
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- White Lion Public House Church Road Yate South Gloucestershire BS37 5BG
External alterations to erect a single storey rear extension.
Status: Withdrawn | Type: Heritage | Council: South Gloucestershire | Date: 2024-02-28
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- 22 - 24 West Walk Yate South Gloucestershire BS37 4AX
Display of 1 no. externally illuminated fascia sign and 1 no. externally illuminated projecting sign.
Status: Conditions | Type: Advertising | Council: South Gloucestershire | Date: 2023-06-21
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- 22 - 24 West Walk Yate South Gloucestershire BS37 4AX
Installation of new shop front and use of land for the creation of outdoor seating for 4no. tables and 16no. chairs.
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: South Gloucestershire | Date: 2023-06-21
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- 19 Swan Field Yate South Gloucestershire BS37 5SF
Erection of single storey side and rear extension to provide additional living accommodation.
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: South Gloucestershire | Date: 2023-04-28
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- 101 Home Orchard Yate South Gloucestershire BS37 5XG
Erection of single storey side extension to form additional living accommodation.
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: South Gloucestershire | Date: 2023-04-27
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A brief summary of Yate in Gloucestershire

The Yate area recorded 137 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.

Yate has one conservation area within its boundaries: Chipping Sodbury. 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 Yate includes 1 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Barnhill Quarry SSSI. 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, Yate planning applications can be searched by entering a local postcode above. Further local information can be found on the community website at http://www.yatetowncouncil.gov.uk/. 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 Yate

In the last 24 months, 26 planning applications were submitted near Yate. Of these, 50% were approved, with an average decision time of 55 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 Yate.

The average decision time of 55 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Yate were full planning applications (17), outline applications (5), discharge of conditions (2). Full planning applications account for 65% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

In terms of development scale, 4 medium-scale applications, 22 smaller schemes were submitted.

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