How long do planning decisions take near Goathurst?

The average planning decision time near Goathurst is 29 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 Goathurst?

The planning approval rate near Goathurst is 75%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Goathurst?

The most common type of planning application near Goathurst is listed building consent applications, with 2 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Goathurst?

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Goathurst, Somerset Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Goathurst, Somerset.

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About Goathurst

Goathurst is a quaint village and civil parish in Somerset, located approximately 3 miles from Bridgwater. It encompasses the hamlets of Andersfield and Huntstile and lies along the scenic Samaritans Way South West, making it an area of interest for planning applications related to rural development and tourism.

Population: 205 (2021)

District: Sedgemoor

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Area Information

Admin district: Somerset
Parliamentary constituency: Bridgwater
LSOA: Sedgemoor 007D

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Goathurst.

Keyword Scorecard

Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Goathurst.

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 Goathurst based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

2 planning applications found near Goathurst.

- Paulet House, Goathurst, Bridgwater, TA5 2DE
Fell 1No. Ash (T1) (TPO Ref G1) due to excessive loss of crown cover.
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Sedgemoor | Date: 2025-09-17
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- Halswell House, Halswell Park, Goathurst, Bridgwater, Somerset, TA5 2DH
Repositioning fallen stonework which has been retreived from the site and catalogued.
Status: Permitted | Type: Heritage | Council: Sedgemoor | Date: 2024-04-26
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A brief summary of Goathurst in Somerset

There were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period. This makes Goathurst a particularly low-crime area.

Ecology & Nature Designations

The area around Goathurst includes 4 Ancient Woodland sites; 1 Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB): Quantock Hills. These designations may affect planning decisions, as proposals near protected sites require environmental impact assessment and may face additional restrictions.

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Planning Activity in Goathurst

In the last 24 months, 4 planning applications were submitted near Goathurst. Of these, 75% were approved, with an average decision time of 29 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 Goathurst.

The average decision time of 29 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Goathurst were listed building and heritage (2), tree works (1), other applications (1). The high proportion of heritage applications reflects the historic character of the area and the presence of listed buildings or conservation areas nearby.

1 planning appeal was lodged, of which 0 were allowed and 1 was dismissed (0% success rate). This low success rate indicates that the council's refusal decisions are generally upheld by the Planning Inspectorate.

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