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Planning in Galmington

Approved
97%
32 of 32 decided
Decision time
about 8 weeks
on average

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

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Around Galmington

Postcode districts

TA1 44 applications in the last 12 monthsTA2 16 applications in the last 12 months

Applications in each district in the last 12 months.

Planning authority: Somerset Council

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About Galmington

Galmington is a noteworthy area within the southwestern suburb of Taunton, Somerset, which was formerly a civil parish. As part of the larger Taunton parish, Galmington contributes to the population of approximately 5,463 residents recorded in 2011. This vibrant community presents various planning opportunities for prospective developers and planners.

Property prices in Galmington 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 Galmington 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 Galmington 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, Galmington 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 Galmington, 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, 65 planning applications were submitted near Galmington. Of these, 97% were approved, with an average decision time of 54 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (31), tree works (15), listed building and heritage (7). 1 large-scale development was submitted during this period.

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Galmington?
In the last 24 months, 65 planning applications were submitted near Galmington. The approval rate is 97%.
How long do planning decisions take near Galmington?
The average planning decision time near Galmington is 54 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 Galmington?
The planning approval rate near Galmington is 97%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Galmington?
The most common type of planning application near Galmington is full planning applications, with 31 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Galmington?
You can search and track planning applications near Galmington on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.