How long do planning decisions take near Henley?

The average planning decision time near Henley is 39 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 Henley?

The planning approval rate near Henley is 100%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Henley?

The most common type of planning application near Henley is outline applications, with 3 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Henley?

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Henley, Somerset Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Henley, Somerset.

Somerset · England · settlement

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About Henley

Crewkerne, located in south Somerset, is a vibrant town and electoral ward situated 9 miles southwest of Yeovil and 7 miles east of Chard. The town encompasses the civil parish of West Crewkerne, which includes the hamlets of Clapton, Coombe, Woolminstone, and Henley, and shares a southern border with Dorset. Key transport links include the A30 road and the West of England railway line, making it a significant area for planning applications and development in the region.

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £359,119 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: Somerset
Parliamentary constituency: Glastonbury and Somerton
LSOA: South Somerset 007B

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Henley.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Henley based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

3 planning applications found near Henley.

- Barn At Land Off Henley Road Henley Langport Somerset TA10 9BG
Prior Approval Notification for the conversion and change of use of the barn to form two dwellings, including partial demolition and the formation of doors and windows.
Status: Conditions | Type: Outline | Council: South Somerset | Date: 2025-09-30
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- The Hall Henley Langport Somerset TA10 9BG
Discharge of Conditions No. 3 (Materials and Window Details) and No. 8 (Finished Floor and Ground Levels) of Planning Application 12/03435/FUL.
Status: Conditions | Type: Conditions | Council: South Somerset | Date: 2025-04-29
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- Moor View Henley Langport Somerset TA10 9BH
Demolition of existing rear single storey extension and erection of a single storey side and two storey rear extensions (Retrospective)
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: South Somerset | Date: 2023-12-21
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A brief summary of Henley in Somerset

Property prices in Henley show an average sale price of £359,119, 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 Henley a particularly low-crime area.

Henley has one conservation area within its boundaries: High Ham. 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 Henley includes 1 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): King's Sedgemoor SSSI; 1 Ancient Woodland site; 1 Special Protection Areas (SPA): Somerset Levels & Moors; 1 Ramsar Wetland Sites: Somerset Levels & Moors. 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 Henley

In the last 24 months, 9 planning applications were submitted near Henley. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 39 days.

This is notably above the national average of approximately 87%, suggesting a relatively permissive planning environment. Applicants near Henley may find that well-prepared applications have a strong chance of success.

The average decision time of 39 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Henley were outline applications (3), other applications (3), amendments (2).

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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