Egford, Somerset Planning Applications
Recent planning applications near Egford, Somerset.
Somerset · England · settlement
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Area Information
- Admin district: Somerset
- Parliamentary constituency: Frome and East Somerset
- LSOA: Mendip 004B
Crime Statistics
0 crimes reported in 2026-02.
Flood Risk
No active flood warnings near Egford.
Keyword Scorecard
Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Egford.
- 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 Egford based on the last 24 months of planning data.
Nearby Applications
3 planning applications found near Egford.
- - Land At 375947 148976 Elm Lane To Vallis Manor Egford Frome Somerset
Creation of Natural Pool
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Mendip | Date: 2024-07-11
View full details - - Maed House Old Wells Road To Elm Lane Egford Frome Somerset BA11 3JA
Alteration to existing single storey extension, new window to east ground floor window, and associated landscaping works (amended description 28.05.2024)
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Mendip | Date: 2023-12-23
View full details - - Maed House Old Wells Road To Elm Lane Egford Frome Somerset BA11 3JA
Alteration to existing single storey extension, new window to east ground floor window, and associated internal works including modification of modern chimney, new ground floor stair balustrade, parti
Status: Permitted | Type: Heritage | Council: Mendip | Date: 2023-12-23
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A brief summary of Egford in Somerset
Egford is a settlement located in Somerset, England.
There were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period. This makes Egford a particularly low-crime area.
Egford has 2 conservation areas within its boundaries: Lullington and Orchardleigh, Frome. 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 Egford includes 1 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Vallis Vale SSSI; 3 Ancient Woodland sites; 1 Special Areas of Conservation (SAC): Mells Valley. 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, Egford 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 Egford
In the last 24 months, 3 planning applications were submitted near Egford. Of these, 50% were approved, with an average decision time of 59 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 Egford.
At 59 days on average, decisions near Egford slightly exceed the 8-week statutory target for minor applications, though this is common across many councils.
The most common application types near Egford were tree works (2), full planning applications (1). The significant number of tree-related applications is typical for areas with mature tree cover or active tree preservation orders.
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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.