Curry Rivel, Somerset Planning Applications
Recent planning applications near Curry Rivel, Somerset.
Somerset · England · settlement
About Curry Rivel
Curry Rivel is a village and civil parish located in South Somerset, England, approximately 6 miles west of Somerton and 10 miles east of Taunton. With a population of 2,347 as of the 2021 census, the parish also encompasses the hamlets of Burton Pynsent, Wick, and Wiltown, making it an area of interest for planning applications and community development in the region.
Population: 2,342 (2021)
District: South Somerset
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Town Insights
Property Prices
Average property sale price: £359,119 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).
Area Information
- Admin district: Somerset
- Parliamentary constituency: Glastonbury and Somerton
- LSOA: South Somerset 004C
Crime Statistics
0 crimes reported in 2026-02.
Flood Risk
No active flood warnings near Curry Rivel.
Keyword Scorecard
Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Curry Rivel.
- 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 Curry Rivel based on the last 24 months of planning data.
Nearby Applications
4 planning applications found near Curry Rivel.
- - Land OS 3459 North Of Parsonage Place Curry Rivel Langport Somerset
Outline application with all matters reserved for the change of use of land to residential and the erection of up to 40 dwellings and associated infrastructure
Status: Undecided | Type: Outline | Council: South Somerset | Date: 2026-03-13
View full details - - Manor Farm The Green Curry Rivel Langport Somerset TA10 0HQ
Installation of new rubblestone buttresses and supporting steel work to south-west gable to prevent further subsidence of historic walling.
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: South Somerset | Date: 2026-01-19
View full details - - 27 Abbey Close Curry Rivel Langport Somerset TA10 0EL
Application for a Lawful Development Certificate for proposed erection of single storey (flat roofed) rear extension of 3m depth
Status: Withdrawn | Type: Amendment | Council: South Somerset | Date: 2025-12-22
View full details - - 3 Abbey Close Curry Rivel Langport Somerset TA10 0EL
Conversion of the existing garage into a study/snug/store and erection of single storey extensions to the front and rear of dwelling
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: South Somerset | Date: 2025-12-12
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A brief summary of Curry Rivel in Somerset
Curry Rivel is a village and civil parish located in South Somerset, England, approximately 6 miles west of Somerton and 10 miles east of Taunton. With a population of 2,347 as of the 2021 census, the parish also encompasses the hamlets of Burton Pynsent, Wick, and Wiltown, making it an area of interest for planning applications and community development in the region. The settlement has a population of approximately 2,342 (2021 estimate). It sits within the South Somerset district.
Property prices in Curry Rivel show an average sale price of £359,119, 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 Curry Rivel a particularly low-crime area.
Curry Rivel has one conservation area within its boundaries: Drayton. 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 Curry Rivel includes 3 Ancient Woodland sites. These designations may affect planning decisions, as proposals near protected sites require environmental impact assessment and may face additional restrictions.
For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Curry Rivel 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.
Planning Activity in Curry Rivel
In the last 24 months, 8 planning applications were submitted near Curry Rivel. Of these, 50% were approved, with an average decision time of 45 days.
This is below the national average of approximately 87%, which may reflect stricter local policies, sensitivity of the area, or higher levels of speculative applications. Pre-application advice is particularly worthwhile near Curry Rivel.
The average decision time of 45 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.
The most common application types near Curry Rivel were full planning applications (4), tree works (2), outline applications (1). Full planning applications account for 50% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.
In terms of development scale, 1 large-scale (major) development, 7 smaller schemes were submitted.
Nearby Towns
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- Heale planning applications
- Wiltown planning applications
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- Oath planning applications
- Portway planning applications
Related Planning Guides
- What Is Planning Permission in the UK? — Planning permission is the formal approval you need from your local council before making certain changes to a building or piece of land.
- What Is Permitted Development? — Permitted development rights allow certain building works and changes of use without the need to apply for planning permission.
- How Long Does Planning Permission Take? — Typical timelines for planning permission decisions in the UK, from submission to approval, and what can cause delays.