Dinder, Somerset Planning Applications
Recent planning applications near Dinder, Somerset.
Somerset · England · settlement
About Dinder
Dinder is a quaint village located in the Somerset district, now part of the parish of St Cuthbert Out. Situated 2.5 miles west of Shepton Mallet and 2 miles east of Wells, it is a small community with a population of 198 as recorded in 1961. This charming village offers a unique setting for planning applications, given its proximity to larger towns and its historical context.
District: St Cuthbert Out
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Town Insights
Property Prices
Average property sale price: £389,669 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).
Area Information
- Admin district: Somerset
- Parliamentary constituency: Wells and Mendip Hills
- LSOA: Mendip 013B
Crime Statistics
0 crimes reported in 2026-02.
Flood Risk
No active flood warnings near Dinder.
Keyword Scorecard
Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Dinder.
- 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 Dinder based on the last 24 months of planning data.
Nearby Applications
6 planning applications found near Dinder.
- - Middle Farm Riverside Dinder Wells Somerset BA5 3PL
Remove existing coping stones on gable ends and replace with new.
Status: Undecided | Type: Heritage | Council: Mendip | Date: 2026-02-23
View full details - - Pond Cottage Church Street Dinder Wells Somerset BA5 3PE
Erect a two storey rear & single storey side extension. Demolish garage & erect garage.
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Mendip | Date: 2026-01-15
View full details - - Lower Farm Church Street Dinder Wells Somerset BA5 3PF
Use of the land for the processing and storage of firewood and the erection of three covered bays (Bays 1-3) (amended description 21.06.24)
Status: Rejected | Type: Amendment | Council: Mendip | Date: 2024-04-26
View full details - - Dairy Cottage Church Street Dinder Wells Somerset BA5 3PE
Single storey extension and internal alterations.
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Mendip | Date: 2023-12-01
View full details - - Land South East Of Higher Farm Riverside Dinder Wells Somerset
6724 & 6725 - Pollard at previous point.6729 - White Willow - Crown reduce by up to 5m.
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Mendip | Date: 2023-11-03
View full details - - Woodland Cottage Long Lane Dinder Wells Somerset BA5 3PF
Application for approval of details reserved by conditions 4 (Surface Water Drainage System) and 5 (Drainage - Foul) on planning consent 2020/0308/FUL
Status: Permitted | Type: Conditions | Council: Mendip | Date: 2023-04-26
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A brief summary of Dinder in Somerset
Dinder is a quaint village located in the Somerset district, now part of the parish of St Cuthbert Out. Situated 2.5 miles west of Shepton Mallet and 2 miles east of Wells, it is a small community with a population of 198 as recorded in 1961. This charming village offers a unique setting for planning applications, given its proximity to larger towns and its historical context. It sits within the St Cuthbert Out district.
Property prices in Dinder show an average sale price of £389,669, 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 Dinder a particularly low-crime area.
Dinder has 2 conservation areas within its boundaries: Dinder, Mendip Hospital. Planning applications within or near these conservation areas 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 Dinder includes 9 Ancient Woodland sites; 1 Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB): Mendip Hills. 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, Dinder 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 Dinder
In the last 24 months, 3 planning applications were submitted near Dinder. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 46 days.
This is notably above the national average of approximately 87%, suggesting a relatively permissive planning environment. Applicants near Dinder may find that well-prepared applications have a strong chance of success.
The average decision time of 46 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.
The most common application types near Dinder were full planning applications (1), listed building and heritage (1), discharge of conditions (1). Full planning applications account for 33% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.
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