What types of planning applications are most common near Hillfarrance?

The most common type of planning application near Hillfarrance is full planning applications, with 1 submissions in the last 24 months.

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Hillfarrance, Somerset Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Hillfarrance, Somerset.

Somerset · England · settlement

Planning applications in Hillfarrance 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 Hillfarrance

Oake is a quaint village and civil parish located in Somerset, England, approximately 5 miles west of Taunton. With a population of 765, it offers a blend of rural charm and community spirit, making it an interesting area for planning applications and local development initiatives.

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £281,799 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: Somerset
Parliamentary constituency: Tiverton and Minehead
LSOA: Somerset West and Taunton 006B

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Hillfarrance.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Hillfarrance based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

2 planning applications found near Hillfarrance.

- 2 COURT FARM HILLFARRANCE ROAD HILLFARRANCE TAUNTON TA4 1AN
Erection of a 3 No. bay oak garage with upper storage floor at 2 Court Farm, Hillfarrance Road, Hillfarrance
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Taunton Deane | Date: 2026-01-22
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- Ford Farm, Oake Road, Bradford on Tone
Application for Prior Approval for proposed change of use from agricultural building to 1 No. dwelling house (Class C3) and associated building operations at Ford Farm, Oake Road, Bradford on Tone
Status: Withdrawn | Council: Taunton Deane | Date: 2024-01-19
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A brief summary of Hillfarrance in Somerset

Property prices in Hillfarrance show an average sale price of £281,799, 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 Hillfarrance a particularly low-crime area.

Hillfarrance has 2 conservation areas within its boundaries: Bradford-on-Tone, Hillfarrance. Planning applications within or near these conservation areas 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 Hillfarrance includes 1 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Lang's Farm SSSI. 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 Hillfarrance

In the last 24 months, 1 planning applications were submitted near Hillfarrance.

The most common application types near Hillfarrance were full planning applications (1). Full planning applications account for 100% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

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