Clapton (TA18), Somerset Planning Applications
Recent planning applications near Clapton (TA18), Somerset.
Somerset · England · settlement
Planning applications in Clapton (TA18) 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 Clapton (TA18)
Ston Easton is a linear village and civil parish located in Somerset, England, approximately 14 miles southwest of Bath and 7 miles north of Shepton Mallet. It stretches along the A37 road, just 11 miles south of both Bristol and Bath, and is situated to the west of Midsomer Norton. The parish also encompasses the hamlet of Clapton, making it an area of interest for those researching local planning applications.
District: West Crewkerne
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Town Insights
Property Prices
Average property sale price: £250,650 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).
Area Information
- Admin district: Somerset
- Parliamentary constituency: Yeovil
- LSOA: South Somerset 021E
Crime Statistics
0 crimes reported in 2026-05.
Keyword Scorecard
Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Clapton (TA18).
- 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 Clapton (TA18) based on the last 24 months of planning data.
Nearby Applications
38 planning applications found near Clapton (TA18).
- - Higher Bridge Farm Axe Road Drimpton Beaminster Dorset DT8 3RJ
Construction of a No. 7 Bay Portal Framed Farm Building for the Accommodation of Livestock
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: South Somerset | Date: 2024-09-17
View full details - - Higher Bridge Farm Axe Road Drimpton Crewkerne Somerset DT8 3RJ
Erection of a single storey extension to side of bungalow with alterations. Removal of existing static caravan and siting of a new lodge home to be used as a granny annexe. Change of use of section of
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: South Somerset | Date: 2023-01-19
View full details - - Higher Bridge Farm Axe Road Drimpton Crewkerne Somerset DT8 3RJ
Proposed extension and alterations to create a granny annexe.
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: South Somerset | Date: 2022-05-25
View full details - - Greenacres Wayford Hill Wayford Crewkerne Somerset TA18 8QF
Application for a Lawful Development Certificate for the proposed siting of a shepherd hut within residential garden to provide ancillary accommodation
Status: Permitted | Type: Amendment | Council: South Somerset | Date: 2022-02-07
View full details - - 1 Axe View Axe Road Drimpton Crewkerne DT8 3RJ
Change of use of the single storey separate annexe from ancillary accommodation to short term holiday let.
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: South Somerset | Date: 2020-09-26
View full details - - Axe Farm Axe Road Drimpton Crewkerne DT8 3RJ
The carrying out of minor internal and external alterations to the rear for the installation of a new boiler.
Status: Conditions | Type: Heritage | Council: South Somerset | Date: 2020-08-05
View full details - - Axe Farm Axe Road Drimpton Beaminster Dorset DT8 3RJ
Internal alterations and repairs. Remove modern external door and reinstate stone wall to front elevation.
Status: Conditions | Type: Heritage | Council: South Somerset | Date: 2017-08-21
View full details - - 4 Axe View Axe Road Drimpton Beaminster Dorset DT8 3RJ
Raise garage roof and demolition of existing conservatory and erection of single storey garden room. (GR 341336/106029)
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: South Somerset | Date: 2015-11-03
View full details - - Greenacres Wayford Hill Clapton Crewkerne Somerset TA18 8QF
Alterations to include single storey front extension and side/rear infill extension to dwelling. (GR 341250/106411)
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: South Somerset | Date: 2015-02-03
View full details - - Mill House Clapton Road Clapton Crewkerne Somerset TA18 8PU
The carrying out of internal and external alterations to include removal of rear chimney and the construction of 2 No. dormer windows and raising of front path. (GR 341364/106408)
Status: Conditions | Type: Heritage | Council: South Somerset | Date: 2014-09-08
View full details - - Axe Farm Axe Road Drimpton Beaminster Dorset DT8 3RJ
Internal alterations (implemented) (gr 341491 / 106023)
Status: Conditions | Type: Heritage | Council: South Somerset | Date: 2014-08-01
View full details - - Mill House Clapton Road Clapton Crewkerne Somerset TA18 8PU
The carrying out of internal and external alterations to include new windows and roof lights, demolition of the remains of and the erection of a detached triple garage. (GR 341364/106408)
Status: Conditions | Type: Heritage | Council: South Somerset | Date: 2014-06-20
View full details - - Mill House Clapton Road Clapton Crewkerne Somerset TA18 8PU
The carrying out of internal and external alterations to include new windows and roof lights and the erection of a detached triple garage. (GR 341364/106408)
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: South Somerset | Date: 2014-06-20
View full details - - 1 Axe View Axe Road Drimpton Beaminster Dorset DT8 3RJ
The erection of a two storey side extension, single storey rear extension, detached garage and alterations to outbuilding. (GR 341339/106047)
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: South Somerset | Date: 2013-10-24
View full details - - Court Farm House Clapton Road Clapton Crewkerne Somerset TA18 8PU
Application for a certificate of lawfulness for proposed use of land for the siting of a mobile home for use ancillary to main dwelling (GR 341608/106485)
Status: Rejected | Type: Amendment | Council: South Somerset | Date: 2010-04-14
View full details - - Stable House Axe Road Drimpton Beaminster Dorset DT8 3RJ
The erection of a single storey extension to dwelling and the change of use of land (paddock) to form extension to residential curtilage. (GR 341530/106041)
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: South Somerset | Date: 2009-07-20
View full details - - The Stables Axe Farm Axe Lane Drimpton Beaminster Dorset, DT8 3RJ
Erection of wooden stable block to include tackroom and feed store. (GR 341583/106035).
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: South Somerset | Date: 2006-01-19
View full details - - The Old Stables Clapton Road West Crewkerne Crewkerne Somerset TA18 8PY
Proposed erection of stable block comprising 3 No. stables and tack room. (GR 341153/106260).
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: South Somerset | Date: 2005-09-20
View full details - - Court Dairy Farm Clapton Road West Crewkerne Crewkerne Somerset
Display area and erection of a shed for the storage of play equipment (GR 341495/106458)
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: South Somerset | Date: 2005-04-26
View full details - - Land Adjoining Clapton Mill Clapton Road West Crewkerne Crewkerne Somerset
Installation of underground Turbine House and associated works (GR 341379/106365)
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: South Somerset | Date: 2005-04-07
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A brief summary of Clapton (TA18) in Somerset
Ston Easton is a linear village and civil parish located in Somerset, England, approximately 14 miles southwest of Bath and 7 miles north of Shepton Mallet. It stretches along the A37 road, just 11 miles south of both Bristol and Bath, and is situated to the west of Midsomer Norton. The parish also encompasses the hamlet of Clapton, making it an area of interest for those researching local planning applications. It sits within the West Crewkerne district.
Property prices in Clapton (TA18) show an average sale price of £250,650, 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 Clapton (TA18) a particularly low-crime area.
Ecology & Nature Designations
The area around Clapton (TA18) includes 1 Ancient Woodland site; 1 Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB): Dorset. 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 Clapton (TA18)
In the last 24 months, 2 planning applications were submitted near Clapton (TA18). Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 100 days.
This is notably above the national average of approximately 87%, suggesting a relatively permissive planning environment. Applicants near Clapton (TA18) may find that well-prepared applications have a strong chance of success.
With an average of 100 days, decisions near Clapton (TA18) 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 Clapton (TA18) were full planning applications (1), amendments (1). Full planning applications account for 50% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.
1 planning appeal was lodged, of which 0 were allowed and 1 was dismissed (0% success rate). This low success rate indicates that the council's refusal decisions are generally upheld by the Planning Inspectorate.
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