Babcary, Somerset Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Babcary, Somerset.

Somerset · England · settlement

About Babcary

Babcary is a quaint village and civil parish located in Somerset, England, approximately 5 miles east of Somerton and 6 miles southwest of Castle Cary. With a population of 248, it is nestled near the River Cary and the A37, making it a notable area for planning applications, particularly for those interested in rural developments. The parish also encompasses the hamlet of Foddington, adding to its community charm.

Population: 253 (2021)

District: South Somerset

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Area Information

Admin district: Somerset
Parliamentary constituency: Glastonbury and Somerton
LSOA: South Somerset 002D

Crime Statistics

1 crimes reported in 2026-03.

Crime Breakdown

violent-crime: 1

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Babcary.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Babcary based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

1 planning application found near Babcary.

- Land Adjoining Dove Cottage Formerly Shurlock Row North Street Babcary Somerton Somerset TA11 7EA
Erection of a single dwelling and creation of associated access
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: South Somerset | Date: 2022-03-12
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A brief summary of Babcary in Somerset

Neighbourhood safety in Babcary is generally good, with just 1 crimes reported in the most recent period.

Ecology & Nature Designations

The area around Babcary includes 1 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Babcary Meadows SSSI; 1 Ancient Woodland site. These designations may affect planning decisions, as proposals near protected sites require environmental impact assessment and may face additional restrictions.

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