How long do planning decisions take near Burnworthy?

The average planning decision time near Burnworthy is 67 days. The statutory target is 8 weeks (56 days) for minor applications and 13 weeks for major applications.

What types of planning applications are most common near Burnworthy?

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

How can I track planning applications near Burnworthy?

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Burnworthy, Somerset Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Burnworthy, Somerset.

Somerset · England · settlement

Planning applications in Burnworthy 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 Burnworthy

Burnworthy is a hamlet located within the civil parish of Churchstanton in Somerset, England, nestled in the picturesque Blackdown Hills Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. Situated along the River Otter and just 5 miles south of Taunton, Burnworthy is part of a parish that recorded a population of 889 in the 2021 census, offering a serene environment for potential planning applications in this scenic region.

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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 009D

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Burnworthy.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Burnworthy based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

5 planning applications found near Burnworthy.

- Westercombe Farm, Downlands Lane, Churchstanton
Erection of stable block and formation of extension to yard area at Westercombe Farm, Downlands Lane, Churchstanton
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Taunton Deane | Date: 2023-06-07
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- The Shippen, Burnworthy Mews, Churchstanton
Erection of single storey extension to the rear of The Shippen, Burnworthy Mews, Churchstanton
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Taunton Deane | Date: 2018-06-15
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- The Shippen, Burnworthy Mews, Smokem Lane, Churchstanton
Erection of extension to the east elevation of timber framed garage at The Shippen, Burnworthy Mews, Smokem Lane, Churchstanton
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Taunton Deane | Date: 2017-05-15
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- The Shippen, Burnworthy Mews, Churchstanton
Erection of a single storey extension to the rear and extension to garage at The Shippen, Burnworthy Mews, Churchstanton
Status: Rejected | Type: Full | Council: Taunton Deane | Date: 2017-01-20
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- BURNWORTHY MANOR CHURCHSTANTON TAUNTON TA3 7DR
CHANGE OF USE OF LAND FROM AGRICULTURAL TO STORAGE OF TIMBER AND FIREWOOD PROCESSING WITH THE INSTALLATION OF A CONCRETE PAD AT BURNWORTHY MANOR, CHURCHSTANTON
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Taunton Deane | Date: 2014-02-26
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A brief summary of Burnworthy in Somerset

Property prices in Burnworthy 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 Burnworthy a particularly low-crime area.

Burnworthy has one conservation area within its boundaries: No data available for publication by HE. 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 Burnworthy includes 2 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Quants SSSI, Ringdown SSSI; 1 Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB): Blackdown Hills. 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 Burnworthy

In the last 24 months, 1 planning applications were submitted near Burnworthy. The average decision time was 67 days.

At 67 days on average, decisions near Burnworthy slightly exceed the 8-week statutory target for minor applications, though this is common across many councils.

The most common application types near Burnworthy were full planning applications (1). Full planning applications account for 100% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

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