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Planning in Escott

Approved
84%
21 of 21 decided
Decision time
about 12 weeks
on average

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Escott in the last 24 months, from Somerset Council's planning register.

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About Escott

Escott is a hamlet within the civil parish of Stogumber, located in Somerset, England, nestled on the eastern slopes of the Brendon Hills. The parish also encompasses several other hamlets, including Ashbeer, Capton, and Higher Vexford. Stogumber village, which features in the Samaritans Way South West, serves as a focal point for the area and may be of interest to those researching planning applications in the region.

Property prices in Escott show an average sale price of £341,828, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Escott area, indicating a relatively low flood risk at present. This is a positive factor for both existing residents and those considering property purchases or new developments.

In terms of safety, there were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period (May 2026). This makes Escott a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Escott has 1 nature designation nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Escott 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.

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To comment on or object to a planning application near Escott, open it in the list above: each one links to the council's own page for it and shows any comment deadline.

In the last 24 months, 25 planning applications were submitted near Escott. Of these, 84% were approved, with an average decision time of 87 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (12), listed building and heritage (9), tree works (4).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Escott?
In the last 24 months, 25 planning applications were submitted near Escott. The approval rate is 84%.
How long do planning decisions take near Escott?
The average planning decision time near Escott is 87 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 Escott?
The planning approval rate near Escott is 84%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Escott?
The most common type of planning application near Escott is full planning applications, with 12 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Escott?
You can search and track planning applications near Escott on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.