Ham (TA3), Somerset Planning Applications
Recent planning applications near Ham (TA3), Somerset.
Somerset · England · settlement
Planning applications in Ham (TA3) are administered by Bath And North East Somerset Council. View the full Bath And North East Somerset Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.
About Ham (TA3)
Ham, a village in Somerset, is known for its picturesque countryside and close-knit community. It offers a blend of rural charm and accessibility, making it an interesting area for potential planning applications, particularly in residential and agricultural developments. The village's rich heritage and scenic landscapes contribute to its appeal for both new residents and investors.
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Town Insights
Property Prices
Average property sale price: £341,828 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).
Area Information
- Admin district: Somerset
- Parliamentary constituency: Glastonbury and Somerton
- LSOA: South Somerset 007D
Crime Statistics
0 crimes reported in 2026-05.
Flood Risk
No active flood warnings near Ham (TA3).
Keyword Scorecard
Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Ham (TA3).
- 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 Ham (TA3) based on the last 24 months of planning data.
Nearby Applications
40 planning applications found near Ham (TA3).
- - Bull Street, Creech St Michael
Installation and operation of solar farm development comprising solar arrays, equipment housing, sub-station, fencing, CCTV, ancillary equipment, hydro logical landscape and biodiversity enhancements
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Taunton Deane | Date: 2025-06-10
View full details - - Ham Mills, White Street, Creech St Michael
Variation of Condition No. 02 (approved plans) of application 14/24/0004 at Ham Mills, White Street, Creech St Michael
Status: Conditions | Type: Conditions | Council: Taunton Deane | Date: 2024-11-28
View full details - - Ham Mills, White Street, Creech St Michael
Erection of car port at Ham Mills, White Street, Creech St Michael
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Taunton Deane | Date: 2024-02-13
View full details - - Robinswood, White Street, Creech St Michael
Erection of a single storey extension to the rear of Robinswood, White Street, Creech St Michael
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Taunton Deane | Date: 2023-12-11
View full details - - Ham House, White Street, Creech St Michael
Conversion of garage into 1 No. holiday let at Ham House, White Street, Creech St Michael
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Taunton Deane | Date: 2020-07-01
View full details - - opposite Broomhay, White Street, Ham
Variation of Condition No. 05 and No. 06 (to allow for the sale of birds of prey and to remove the restriction of the number of birds allowed to be kept) of application 14/16/0022 on land opposite Bro
Status: Conditions | Type: Conditions | Council: Taunton Deane | Date: 2020-04-15
View full details - - opposite Broomhay, White Street, Ham
Variation of Condition No. 03 (allow the commercial sale of birds of prey) of application 14/19/0022 on land opposite Broomhay, White Street, Ham
Status: Conditions | Type: Conditions | Council: Taunton Deane | Date: 2020-04-15
View full details - - Ham Wharf House, Ham, Creech St Michael
Erection of replacement porch with erection of canopy to kitchen door at Ham Wharf House, Ham, Creech St Michael
Status: Conditions | Type: Heritage | Council: Taunton Deane | Date: 2020-01-07
View full details - - Ham Wharf House, Ham, Creech St Michael
Erection of a detached carport to the front of Ham Wharf House, Ham, Creech St Michael
Status: Rejected | Type: Full | Council: Taunton Deane | Date: 2020-01-07
View full details - - WHITE HORSE WHITE STREET HAM CREECH ST MICHAEL TAUNTON TA3 5NY
Erection of a first floor extension to the rear of White Horse, White Street, Ham, Creech St Michael
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Taunton Deane | Date: 2019-11-04
View full details - - Cathill Farm, Foxhole Lane, Creech St Michael
Erection of single storey extension to side of Cathill Farm, Foxhole Lane, Creech St Michael (amended scheme to 14/18/0034)
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Taunton Deane | Date: 2019-08-22
View full details - - opposite Broomhay, White Street, Ham
Erection of 1 No. tool shed and 1 No. flight pen for birds on land opposite Broomhay, White Street, Ham
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Taunton Deane | Date: 2019-07-08
View full details - - Cathill Farm, Foxhole Lane, Creech St Michael
Erection of single storey extension to side of Cathill Farm, Foxhole Lane, Creech St Michael
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Taunton Deane | Date: 2018-11-29
View full details - - Thorneybees House, Foxhole Lane, Creech St Michael
Erection of single storey extension to side and rear of Thorneybees House, Foxhole Lane, Creech St Michael
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Taunton Deane | Date: 2018-06-26
View full details - - Thorneybees House, Foxhole Lane, Creech St Michael
Conversion and extension of outbuilding to provide independant but assisted/cared accomodation at Thorneybees House, Foxhole Lane, Creech St Michael
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Taunton Deane | Date: 2018-06-26
View full details - - Maizehaven Barn, White Street, Ham, Creech St Michael
Prior approval for proposed change of use from agricultural building to dwelling house (Use Class C3) and associated building operations at Maizehaven Barn, White Street, Ham, Creech St Michael
Status: Conditions | Council: Taunton Deane | Date: 2018-03-29
View full details - - Cathill Farm, Foxhole Lane, Worthy lane, Creech St Michael
Erection of two storey and single storey extensions to the side of Cathill Farm, Foxhole Lane, Worthy lane, Creech St Michael
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Taunton Deane | Date: 2018-03-19
View full details - - opposite Broomhay, White Street, Ham
Replacement of access gates and erection of polytunnel on land opposite Broomhay, White Street, Ham
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Taunton Deane | Date: 2018-01-02
View full details - - COALHARBOUR HOUSE WHITE STREET HAM CREECH ST MICHAEL TA3 5NZ
Various internal alterations at Coalharbour House, White Street, Ham, Creech St Michael
Status: Conditions | Type: Heritage | Council: Taunton Deane | Date: 2017-09-14
View full details - - Ham Mills, White Street, Ham, Creech St Michael
Replacement of window with french doors at Ham Mills, White Street, Ham, Creech St Michael
Status: Conditions | Type: Heritage | Council: Taunton Deane | Date: 2017-07-27
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A brief summary of Ham (TA3) in Somerset
Ham, a village in Somerset, is known for its picturesque countryside and close-knit community. It offers a blend of rural charm and accessibility, making it an interesting area for potential planning applications, particularly in residential and agricultural developments. The village's rich heritage and scenic landscapes contribute to its appeal for both new residents and investors.
Property prices in Ham (TA3) show an average sale price of £341,828, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry.
There were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period. This makes Ham (TA3) a particularly low-crime area.
Ham (TA3) has one conservation area within its boundaries: Thornfalcon. Planning applications within or near this conservation area are subject to additional scrutiny to preserve the architectural and historic character of the area. Homeowners and developers should be aware that permitted development rights may be restricted.
For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Ham (TA3) 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.
Planning Activity in Ham (TA3)
In the last 24 months, 6 planning applications were submitted near Ham (TA3). Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 83 days.
This is notably above the national average of approximately 87%, suggesting a relatively permissive planning environment. Applicants near Ham (TA3) may find that well-prepared applications have a strong chance of success.
The average decision period of 83 days exceeds the 8-week target for minor applications but falls within the 13-week target for major schemes. Applicants should plan for approximately 12 weeks from submission to decision.
The most common application types near Ham (TA3) were full planning applications (4), discharge of conditions (1), other applications (1). Full planning applications account for 67% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.
In terms of development scale, 1 large-scale (major) development, 5 smaller schemes were submitted.
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.
Nearby Towns
Explore planning applications in nearby areas:
- Creech St Michael planning applications
- Charlton planning applications
- North End planning applications
- Creech Heathfield planning applications
- Knapp planning applications
- Lower Knapp planning applications
- Haymoor End planning applications
- Thornfalcon planning applications
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