How long do planning decisions take near Broadshard?

The average planning decision time near Broadshard is 106 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 Broadshard?

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

What types of planning applications are most common near Broadshard?

The most common type of planning application near Broadshard is discharge of conditions, with 4 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Broadshard?

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Broadshard, Somerset Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Broadshard, Somerset.

Somerset · England · settlement

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £274,790 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: Somerset
Parliamentary constituency: Yeovil
LSOA: South Somerset 021A

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Broadshard.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Broadshard based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

5 planning applications found near Broadshard.

- Unit 3 Holly Tree Farm Longstrings Lane Crewkerne Somerset TA18 7EA
Reserved Matters Application for the approval of Appearance, Landscaping, Layout and Scale for the erection of 1 self-build dwelling (Unit 3, Phase One) following outline approval 24/00735/OUT; Erecti
Status: Undecided | Type: Outline | Council: South Somerset | Date: 2026-02-24
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- Unit 4 Holly Tree Farm Longstrings Lane Crewkerne Somerset TA18 7EA
Reserved Matters Application for the approval of Appearance, Landscaping, Layout and Scale for the erection of 1 self-build dwelling (Unit 4, Phase Two) following outline approval 24/00735/OUT; Erecti
Status: Undecided | Type: Outline | Council: South Somerset | Date: 2026-02-24
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- 45 Oak Drive Crewkerne Somerset TA18 7DN
Application to Discharge a S106 agreement between Charles Bishop Limited and Others and South Somerset District Council dated 16th day of April 2003 to discharge the 80% restriction on the shared owne
Status: Undecided | Type: Conditions | Council: South Somerset | Date: 2026-02-06
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- Holly Tree Farm Longstrings Lane Crewkerne Somerset TA18 7EA
Discharge of Conditions No. 2 (Materials) and No. 3 (Details of External Staircases) of Planning Application 23/02730/REM.
Status: Conditions | Type: Conditions | Council: South Somerset | Date: 2026-01-26
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- 8 Jasmine Close Crewkerne Somerset TA18 7DB
Application to carry out Tree Surgery Works to No. 2 Trees as shown within the South Somerset District Council (CREW 1) 1988 and (CREW 1) 2007 Tree Preservation Orders. T1 Field Maple - Crown Reductio
Status: Conditions | Type: Trees | Council: South Somerset | Date: 2025-04-01
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A brief summary of Broadshard in Somerset

Broadshard is a settlement located in Somerset, England.

Property prices in Broadshard show an average sale price of £274,790, 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 Broadshard a particularly low-crime area.

Broadshard has 2 conservation areas within its boundaries: Crewkerne, Merriott. 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.

Ecology & Nature Designations

The area around Broadshard includes 1 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Millwater SSSI. 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 Broadshard

In the last 24 months, 10 planning applications were submitted near Broadshard. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 106 days.

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

With an average of 106 days, decisions near Broadshard take longer than the statutory targets. Applicants should budget for a 4-month timeline and consider pre-application discussions to avoid delays.

The most common application types near Broadshard were discharge of conditions (4), tree works (3), outline applications (2).

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