How long do planning decisions take near Broadway?

The average planning decision time near Broadway is 28 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 Broadway?

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

What types of planning applications are most common near Broadway?

The most common type of planning application near Broadway is discharge of conditions, with 3 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Broadway?

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Broadway, Somerset Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Broadway, Somerset.

Somerset · England · settlement

Planning applications in Broadway are administered by Bath And North East Somerset Council. View the full Bath And North East Somerset Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.

About Broadway

Broadway is a civil parish and village located in Somerset, England, approximately 3 miles west of Ilminster and 5 miles north of Chard. As of the 2021 census, it boasts a population of 830, reflecting growth from 740 in 2011. The parish also encompasses the nearby hamlet of Hare, making it a notable area for planning applications and community development.

Population: 830 (2021)

District: South Somerset

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £1,190,090 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

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

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-05.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Broadway.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Broadway based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

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A brief summary of Broadway in Somerset

Property prices in Broadway show an average sale price of £1,190,090, 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 Broadway a particularly low-crime area.

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Planning Activity in Broadway

In the last 24 months, 8 planning applications were submitted near Broadway. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 28 days.

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

The average decision time of 28 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Broadway were discharge of conditions (3), amendments (2), full planning applications (1).

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