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Planning in Croscombe

Approved
70%
7 of 10 decided
Decision time
about 7 weeks
on average

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

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Around Croscombe

Postcode districts

BA5 265 applications in the last 12 monthsBA4 205 applications in the last 12 months

Applications in each district in the last 12 months.

Planning authority: Somerset Council

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About Croscombe

Croscombe is a village and civil parish located in Somerset, England, approximately 2 miles west of Shepton Mallet and 4 miles from Wells. Nestled in the valley of the River Sheppey, it lies along the A371 road, making it an accessible area for potential planning applications and developments. The settlement has a population of approximately 578 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Mendip district.

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

The area around Croscombe has 10 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Croscombe 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 Croscombe, 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, 25 planning applications were submitted near Croscombe. Of these, 70% were approved, with an average decision time of 50 days.

The most common types were tree works (10), full planning applications (6), outline applications (3).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Croscombe?
In the last 24 months, 25 planning applications were submitted near Croscombe. The approval rate is 70%.
How long do planning decisions take near Croscombe?
The average planning decision time near Croscombe is 50 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 Croscombe?
The planning approval rate near Croscombe is 70%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Croscombe?
The most common type of planning application near Croscombe is tree works applications, with 10 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Croscombe?
You can search and track planning applications near Croscombe on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.