How long do planning decisions take near Batcombe?

The average planning decision time near Batcombe is 37 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 Batcombe?

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

What types of planning applications are most common near Batcombe?

The most common type of planning application near Batcombe is tree works applications, with 7 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Batcombe?

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Batcombe, Somerset Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Batcombe, Somerset.

Somerset · England · settlement

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About Batcombe

Batcombe is a quaint village and civil parish located in the picturesque steep valley of the River Alham in Somerset, England. Situated 5 miles southeast of Shepton Mallet and 26 miles south of Bristol, the parish has a population of 439 and encompasses the hamlets of Westcombe, Spargrove, and Eastcombe. This charming area offers a unique blend of rural character and community, making it a notable location for planning applications.

Population: 414 (2021)

District: Mendip

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Area Information

Admin district: Somerset
Parliamentary constituency: Wells and Mendip Hills
LSOA: Mendip 013B

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-03.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Batcombe.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Batcombe based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

4 planning applications found near Batcombe.

- Kings Hayes House Gold Hill Batcombe Shepton Mallet Somerset BA4 6HF
Approval of details reserved by conditions 3 (Materials), 4 (Joinery Details), 5 (Windows - Schedule of Repairs), 6 (Ducts, Pipes, Rainwater Goods etc.), & 7 (Installation of services) from planning p
Status: Undecided | Type: Conditions | Council: Mendip | Date: 2026-04-22
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- Pastoral Kale Street Batcombe Shepton Mallet Somerset BA4 6AE
Goat willow (H1) - Cut to 1m. Hawthorne (T1) - Reduce by 30% & thin by 20%. Hazel (T2) - Re-coppice to 50%. Willow (T3) - Re-pollard to last pruning points, remove approx 3m. Privet (H2) - Reduce by a
Status: Undecided | Type: Trees | Council: Mendip | Date: 2026-03-05
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- Land At 369093 139052 Chapel Row Batcombe Shepton Mallet Somerset
Lime - Reduce by approx 3m.
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Mendip | Date: 2025-12-24
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- Top-O-Hollow Kale Street Batcombe Shepton Mallet Somerset BA4 6AE
G1 - Birch x 3 - Reduction by 3m. G2 - Birch x 2 - Reduction by 2m.
Status: Undecided | Type: Trees | Council: Mendip | Date: 2025-02-03
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A brief summary of Batcombe in Somerset

There were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period. This makes Batcombe a particularly low-crime area.

Batcombe has one conservation area within its boundaries: Batcombe. 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 Batcombe includes 4 Ancient Woodland sites. 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 Batcombe

In the last 24 months, 8 planning applications were submitted near Batcombe. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 37 days.

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

The average decision time of 37 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Batcombe were tree works (7), discharge of conditions (1). The significant number of tree-related applications is typical for areas with mature tree cover or active tree preservation orders.

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