How long do planning decisions take near Durston?

The average planning decision time near Durston is 15 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 Durston?

The planning approval rate near Durston is 100%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Durston?

The most common type of planning application near Durston is full planning applications, with 2 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Durston?

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Durston, Somerset Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Durston, Somerset.

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About Durston

Durston is a quaint village and civil parish located in Somerset, England, approximately 5 miles northeast of Taunton and 6 miles south of Bridgwater, along the A361 road. Nestled between the Quantock Hills and the River Tone valley, the parish features undulating terrain and has a small population of 136 residents, making it a unique area for potential planning applications and developments.

Population: 131 (2021)

District: Somerset West and Taunton

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Area Information

Admin district: Somerset
Parliamentary constituency: Taunton and Wellington
LSOA: Somerset West and Taunton 019A

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Durston.

Keyword Scorecard

Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Durston.

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 Durston based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

1 planning application found near Durston.

- off Frog Lane, Durston
Erection of 2 No. dwellings with access and associated works on land off Frog Lane, Durston
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Taunton Deane | Date: 2025-12-02
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A brief summary of Durston in Somerset

There were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period. This makes Durston a particularly low-crime area.

Ecology & Nature Designations

The area around Durston includes 1 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Curry and Hay Moors SSSI; 1 Special Protection Areas (SPA): Somerset Levels & Moors; 1 Ramsar Wetland Sites: Somerset Levels & Moors. These designations may affect planning decisions, as proposals near protected sites require environmental impact assessment and may face additional restrictions.

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Planning Activity in Durston

In the last 24 months, 3 planning applications were submitted near Durston. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 15 days.

This is notably above the national average of approximately 87%, suggesting a relatively permissive planning environment. Applicants near Durston may find that well-prepared applications have a strong chance of success.

The average decision time of 15 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Durston were full planning applications (2), other applications (1). Full planning applications account for 67% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

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