How long do planning decisions take near Ashwell?

The average planning decision time near Ashwell is 22 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 Ashwell?

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

What types of planning applications are most common near Ashwell?

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

How can I track planning applications near Ashwell?

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Ashwell, Somerset Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Ashwell, Somerset.

Somerset · England · settlement

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About Ashwell

Whitelackington is a village and civil parish located on the A303, just one mile northeast of Ilminster in Somerset, England. The parish encompasses Dillington Park and the hamlets of Atherstone and Ashwell, making it a notable area for those researching planning applications and developments in the region.

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £353,595 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: Somerset
Parliamentary constituency: Yeovil
LSOA: South Somerset 019D

Crime Statistics

48 crimes reported in 2026-03.

Crime Breakdown

violent-crime: 24
anti-social-behaviour: 10
public-order: 6
other-theft: 3
burglary: 2
bicycle-theft: 1
criminal-damage-arson: 1
shoplifting: 1

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Ashwell.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Ashwell based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

1 planning application found near Ashwell.

- Somerset County Council Dillington House Dillington Ilminster Somerset TA19 9DT
Notification of intent to install a new farm track.
Status: Permitted | Type: Other | Council: South Somerset | Date: 2026-03-24
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A brief summary of Ashwell in Somerset

Property prices in Ashwell show an average sale price of £353,595, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry.

The Ashwell area recorded 48 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.

Ashwell has one conservation area within its boundaries: Ilminster. 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.

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Planning Activity in Ashwell

In the last 24 months, 7 planning applications were submitted near Ashwell. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 22 days.

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

The average decision time of 22 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Ashwell were full planning applications (3), listed building and heritage (1), discharge of conditions (1). Full planning applications account for 43% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

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