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Planning in Glastonbury

Approved
86%
12 of 13 decided
Decision time
about 7 weeks
on average

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

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About Glastonbury

Glastonbury is a town and civil parish located in Somerset, England, approximately 23 miles south of Bristol. Nestled on a dry point within the low-lying Somerset Levels, Glastonbury had a population of 8,932 as recorded in the 2011 census. The town is situated less than a mile across the River Brue from the larger village of Street, making it a notable area for planning applications and local development initiatives. The town has a population of approximately 8,980 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Mendip district.

Property prices in Glastonbury show an average sale price of £410,043, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry.

In terms of safety, there were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period (May 2026). This makes Glastonbury 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, Glastonbury 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. Further local information can be found on the community website at https://www.glastonbury.gov.uk/.

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To comment on or object to a planning application near Glastonbury, 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, 67 planning applications were submitted near Glastonbury. Of these, 86% were approved, with an average decision time of 47 days.

The most common types were tree works (21), listed building and heritage (10), full planning applications (8). 2 large-scale developments were submitted during this period.

1 planning appeal was lodged, of which 1 was allowed and 0 were dismissed (100% success rate).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Glastonbury?
In the last 24 months, 67 planning applications were submitted near Glastonbury. The approval rate is 86%.
How long do planning decisions take near Glastonbury?
The average planning decision time near Glastonbury is 47 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 Glastonbury?
The planning approval rate near Glastonbury is 86%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Glastonbury?
The most common type of planning application near Glastonbury is tree works applications, with 21 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Glastonbury?
You can search and track planning applications near Glastonbury on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.