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Planning in Combe St Nicholas

Approved
92%
11 of 12 decided
Decision time
about 6 weeks
on average

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

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About Combe St Nicholas

Combe St Nicholas is a picturesque village and parish located in Somerset, England, just 2 miles northwest of Chard and 10 miles from Taunton. Nestled on the edge of the Blackdown Hills Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, the parish encompasses the localities of Wadeford and Scrapton, serving a population of 1,373. This charming setting makes it an appealing location for planning applications related to residential and rural developments. The settlement has a population of approximately 1,365 (2021 estimate). It sits within the South Somerset district.

There are currently no active flood warnings for the Combe St Nicholas 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 St Nicholas a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Combe St Nicholas has 4 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Combe St Nicholas 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 St Nicholas, 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, 13 planning applications were submitted near Combe St Nicholas. Of these, 92% were approved, with an average decision time of 44 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (4), amendments (3), tree works (1).

1 planning appeal was lodged, of which 0 were allowed and 1 was dismissed (0% success rate).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Combe St Nicholas?
In the last 24 months, 13 planning applications were submitted near Combe St Nicholas. The approval rate is 92%.
How long do planning decisions take near Combe St Nicholas?
The average planning decision time near Combe St Nicholas is 44 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 St Nicholas?
The planning approval rate near Combe St Nicholas is 92%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Combe St Nicholas?
The most common type of planning application near Combe St Nicholas is full planning applications, with 4 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Combe St Nicholas?
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