How long do planning decisions take near Hatch Beauchamp?

The average planning decision time near Hatch Beauchamp is 78 days. The statutory target is 8 weeks (56 days) for minor applications and 13 weeks for major applications.

What types of planning applications are most common near Hatch Beauchamp?

The most common type of planning application near Hatch Beauchamp is full planning applications, with 2 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Hatch Beauchamp?

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Hatch Beauchamp, Somerset Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Hatch Beauchamp, Somerset.

Somerset · England · settlement

Planning applications in Hatch Beauchamp 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 Hatch Beauchamp

Population: 626 (2021)

District: Somerset West and Taunton

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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: Taunton and Wellington
LSOA: Somerset West and Taunton 019A

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-05.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Hatch Beauchamp based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

3 planning applications found near Hatch Beauchamp.

- Perris, Village Road, Hatch Beauchamp
Change of use of village shop to outbuilding to be used in connection with the dwelling at Perris, Village Road, Hatch Beauchamp
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Taunton Deane | Date: 2026-05-08
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- 2 Crimthorne Cottages, Frost Street, Hatch Beauchamp
Erection of a two storey extension to the side, a single storey extension to the rear and internal alterations at 2 Crimthorne Cottages, Frost Street, Hatch Beauchamp
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Taunton Deane | Date: 2025-11-25
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- Palmers Green House, Stewley Road, Hatch Beauchamp
Application for Outline Planning with all matters reserved, except for access, for the erection of 2 No. dwellings on land to the rear of Palmers Green House, Stewley Road, Hatch Beauchamp
Status: Undecided | Type: Outline | Council: Taunton Deane | Date: 2025-10-22
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A brief summary of Hatch Beauchamp in Somerset

Hatch Beauchamp is a quaint village and civil parish located in Somerset, England, approximately 5 miles southeast of Taunton. With a population of around 620 residents, this charming community offers potential opportunities for planning applications amidst its picturesque surroundings. The settlement has a population of approximately 626 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Somerset West and Taunton district.

Property prices in Hatch Beauchamp 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 Hatch Beauchamp a particularly low-crime area.

Hatch Beauchamp has one conservation area within its boundaries: Hatch Beauchamp. 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.

Ecology & Nature Designations

The area around Hatch Beauchamp includes 2 Ancient Woodland sites. 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 Hatch Beauchamp

In the last 24 months, 3 planning applications were submitted near Hatch Beauchamp. The average decision time was 78 days.

The average decision period of 78 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 Hatch Beauchamp were full planning applications (2), outline 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.

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