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Planning in Evercreech

Approved
91%
10 of 11 decided
Decision time
about 6 weeks
on average

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

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About Evercreech

Evercreech is a village and civil parish located in Somerset, England, situated 3 miles southeast of Shepton Mallet and 5 miles northeast of Castle Cary. The parish encompasses the hamlet of Stoney Stratton and the village of Chesterblade, making it a diverse area for potential planning applications and developments. The settlement has a population of approximately 2,606 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Mendip district.

Property prices in Evercreech show an average sale price of £316,993, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Evercreech 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 Evercreech a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Evercreech 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 Evercreech, 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 Evercreech. Of these, 91% were approved, with an average decision time of 45 days.

The most common types were tree works (8), full planning applications (6), outline applications (2). 1 large-scale development was submitted during this period.

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Evercreech?
In the last 24 months, 25 planning applications were submitted near Evercreech. The approval rate is 91%.
How long do planning decisions take near Evercreech?
The average planning decision time near Evercreech is 45 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 Evercreech?
The planning approval rate near Evercreech is 91%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Evercreech?
The most common type of planning application near Evercreech is tree works applications, with 8 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Evercreech?
You can search and track planning applications near Evercreech on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.