How long do planning decisions take near Brockwell?

The average planning decision time near Brockwell is 59 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 Brockwell?

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

What types of planning applications are most common near Brockwell?

The most common type of planning application near Brockwell is amendment applications, with 1 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Brockwell?

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Brockwell, Somerset Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Brockwell, Somerset.

Somerset · England · settlement

Planning applications in Brockwell 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 Brockwell

Wootton Courtenay is a picturesque village and civil parish located in Exmoor, Somerset, England. This parish encompasses the charming hamlets of Brockwell and Huntscott, making it a significant area for planning applications due to its rural character and potential for development within a scenic landscape.

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Area Information

Admin district: Somerset
Parliamentary constituency: Tiverton and Minehead
LSOA: Somerset West and Taunton 002D

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-05.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Brockwell.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Brockwell based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

1 planning application found near Brockwell.

- Huntsgate Bungalow Huntscott Wootton Courtenay Minehead Someset TA24 8RR
Lawful development certificate for the existing use of dwelling as full time residential use.
Status: Permitted | Type: Amendment | Council: Exmoor | Date: 2026-02-17
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A brief summary of Brockwell in Somerset

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

Ecology & Nature Designations

The area around Brockwell includes 1 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): North Exmoor SSSI; 4 Ancient Woodland sites; 1 Special Areas of Conservation (SAC): Exmoor Heaths; 1 National Parks: EXMOOR. 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 Brockwell

In the last 24 months, 1 planning applications were submitted near Brockwell. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 59 days.

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

At 59 days on average, decisions near Brockwell slightly exceed the 8-week statutory target for minor applications, though this is common across many councils.

The most common application types near Brockwell were amendments (1).

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