Bishop's Hull, Somerset Planning Applications
Recent planning applications near Bishop's Hull, Somerset.
Somerset · England · settlement
About Bishop's Hull
Bishop's Hull is a civil parish and village located in Somerset, England, situated in the western suburbs of Taunton. The area encompasses the localities of Rumwell, Rumwell Park, Roughmoor, and Longaller, and is adjacent to the River Tone. With a population of approximately 2,975, Bishop's Hull offers a mix of residential and rural development, making it a relevant area for planning applications and community growth.
Population: 3,724 (2021)
District: Somerset West and Taunton
Website: http://www.bishopshull.org.uk/
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Town Insights
Property Prices
Average property sale price: £281,799 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).
Area Information
- Admin district: Somerset
- Parliamentary constituency: Taunton and Wellington
- LSOA: Somerset West and Taunton 015A
Crime Statistics
0 crimes reported in 2026-02.
Flood Risk
No active flood warnings near Bishop's Hull.
Keyword Scorecard
Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Bishop's Hull.
- 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 Bishop's Hull based on the last 24 months of planning data.
Nearby Applications
8 planning applications found near Bishop's Hull.
- - St Peter and St Paul Church, Bishops Hull Hill, Bishops Hull
Notification to fell one cedar tree and to carry out management works (crown-reduce by 2 metres height and 3 metres spread on north and south sides) to one oak tree within Bishops Hull Conservation Ar
Status: Undecided | Type: Trees | Council: Taunton Deane | Date: 2026-04-24
View full details - - 2 Morgans Rise, Bishops Hull
Demolition of conservatory and erection of a single storey extension at 2 Morgans Rise, Bishops Hull
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Taunton Deane | Date: 2026-04-02
View full details - - the The Cottage, Netherclay, Bishops Hull
Demolition of flat roof extension and conservatory and erection of a single storey extension, with part first floor extension, to the rear of the The Cottage, Netherclay, Bishops Hull
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Taunton Deane | Date: 2026-03-18
View full details - - Eagles House, Bishops Hull Road, Bishops Hull
T1 Holm oak. Remove 2 low basal stems near to ground level arising from the trunk base. Branches encroaching over the footway. Reason: To allow pedestrian clearance and to mitigate any risk of failure
Status: Conditions | Type: Trees | Council: Taunton Deane | Date: 2026-01-21
View full details - - Units 3 & 4 Trafalgar House, Cornishway North, Taunton
Display of 1 No. non illuminated fascia sign at Units 3 & 4 Trafalgar House, Cornishway North, Taunton
Status: Conditions | Type: Advertising | Council: Taunton Deane | Date: 2026-01-08
View full details - - Haydon House, Bishops Hull Hill, Bishops Hull
Conversion of outbuilding/barn into 1 No. self-contained annexe with removal of lean-to roof and wall to create courtyard garden, replacement of garage mono pitch roof with pitch roof with creation of
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Taunton Deane | Date: 2023-05-24
View full details - - Haydon House, Bishops Hull Hill, Bishops Hull
Conversion of outbuilding/barn into 1 No. self-contained annexe with removal of lean-to roof and wall to create courtyard garden, replacement of garage mono pitch roof with pitched roof and creation o
Status: Conditions | Type: Heritage | Council: Taunton Deane | Date: 2023-05-24
View full details - - 1 Lowlands Terrace, Bishops Hull Hill, Bishops Hull
Application for a Non-Material Amendment to application 05/20/0019 for changes to position of rear wall, increase in parapet height and lowering of cladding line on front elevation at 1 Lowlands Terra
Status: Withdrawn | Type: Amendment | Council: Taunton Deane | Date: 2023-05-17
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A brief summary of Bishop's Hull in Somerset
Bishop's Hull is a civil parish and village located in Somerset, England, situated in the western suburbs of Taunton. The area encompasses the localities of Rumwell, Rumwell Park, Roughmoor, and Longaller, and is adjacent to the River Tone. With a population of approximately 2,975, Bishop's Hull offers a mix of residential and rural development, making it a relevant area for planning applications and community growth. The settlement has a population of approximately 3,724 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Somerset West and Taunton district.
Property prices in Bishop's Hull show an average sale price of £281,799, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry.
There were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period. This makes Bishop's Hull a particularly low-crime area.
Bishop's Hull has 2 conservation areas within its boundaries: Bishops Hull, Haines Hill and Trull Road. Planning applications within or near these conservation areas 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.
For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Bishop's Hull planning applications can be searched by entering a local postcode above. Further local information can be found on the community website at http://www.bishopshull.org.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 Bishop's Hull
In the last 24 months, 11 planning applications were submitted near Bishop's Hull. Of these, 0% were approved, with an average decision time of 43 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 Bishop's Hull.
The average decision time of 43 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.
The most common application types near Bishop's Hull were full planning applications (6), tree works (2), listed building and heritage (1). Full planning applications account for 55% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.
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Related Planning Guides
- What Is Planning Permission in the UK? — Planning permission is the formal approval you need from your local council before making certain changes to a building or piece of land.
- What Is Permitted Development? — Permitted development rights allow certain building works and changes of use without the need to apply for planning permission.
- How Long Does Planning Permission Take? — Typical timelines for planning permission decisions in the UK, from submission to approval, and what can cause delays.