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Planning in Combe

Approved
92%
22 of 22 decided
Decision time
about 5 weeks
on average

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Combe in the last 24 months, from Somerset Council's planning register.

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Around Combe

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About Combe

Huish Episcopi is a village and civil parish in Somerset, England, located just outside Langport, approximately 4 miles southwest of Somerton. With a population of 2,644, the parish encompasses the hamlets of Bowdens, Combe, Pibsbury, and Wearne, making it a vibrant community with potential planning opportunities.

There are currently no active flood warnings for the Combe area, indicating a relatively low flood risk at present. This is a positive factor for both existing residents and those considering property purchases or new developments.

In terms of safety, there were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period (September 2026). This makes Combe a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Combe has 5 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Combe planning applications can be searched by entering a local postcode above. Results include full application details, decision status, and the ability to track applications over time and set planning alerts to help you monitor and review pending planning applications.

To comment on or object to a planning application near Combe, open it in the list above: each one links to the council's own page for it and shows any comment deadline.

In the last 24 months, 31 planning applications were submitted near Combe. Of these, 92% were approved, with an average decision time of 36 days.

The most common types were discharge of conditions (8), tree works (2), full planning applications (1).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Combe?
In the last 24 months, 31 planning applications were submitted near Combe. The approval rate is 92%.
How long do planning decisions take near Combe?
The average planning decision time near Combe is 36 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 Combe?
The planning approval rate near Combe is 92%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Combe?
The most common type of planning application near Combe is discharge of conditions, with 8 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Combe?
You can search and track planning applications near Combe on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.