Dunster, Somerset Planning Applications
Track every planning application and planning permission decision near Dunster, Somerset. Browse by postcode, view live status and get free email alerts for new developments.
Planning data sourced from Somerset council planning portal · Statistics based on the last 24 months
Proposed removal of existing outbuilding and erection of single storey timber summerhouse/store
Works to trees in a conservation area: Felling of 1 x Judas Tree, Pruning of 1 x Yew Tree
Works to trees in a conservation area: reduction of 1 x Normway Maple, 1 x Sycamore, 1 x Alder & 1 x Unknown
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About Dunster - Planning Applications & Local Development
Dunster is a picturesque village and civil parish located in Somerset, England, nestled within the north-eastern edge of Exmoor National Park. Situated 2.5 miles southeast of Minehead and 20 miles northwest of Taunton, Dunster boasts a population of 817 as recorded in the 2011 Census. Its unique setting and historical significance make it a noteworthy area for planning applications, particularly in relation to conservation and development within the national park context. The other has a population of approximately 863 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Somerset West and Taunton district.
Property prices in Dunster show an average sale price of £301,320, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry.
In terms of safety, there were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period (May 2026). This makes Dunster a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.
The area around Dunster has 8 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.
For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Dunster 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. Further local information can be found on the community website at http://www.dunster.org.uk.
To comment on or object to a planning application near Dunster, visit the local authority's planning portal directly. Planning Signal links to the original council submission for every application listed above.