How long do planning decisions take near Horsington?

The average planning decision time near Horsington 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 Horsington?

The planning approval rate near Horsington is 33%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Horsington?

The most common type of planning application near Horsington is discharge of conditions, with 5 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Horsington?

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Horsington, Somerset Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Horsington, Somerset.

Somerset · England · settlement

Planning applications in Horsington 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 Horsington

Horsington is a charming village and civil parish located in Somerset, England, approximately 4 miles south of Wincanton and 1 mile north of Templecombe. Nestled on the edge of Horsington Marsh in the scenic Blackmore Vale, the parish encompasses the nearby hamlets of Peckholdsash and Wilkin Throop, along with the village of South Cheriton. As of the 2021 census, Horsington's population stood at 579, making it a small yet vibrant community for those considering planning applications in the area.

Population: 577 (2021)

District: South Somerset

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £310,413 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: Somerset
Parliamentary constituency: Glastonbury and Somerton
LSOA: South Somerset 008B

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-05.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Horsington.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Horsington based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

3 planning applications found near Horsington.

- Land Adjoining 17 Batchpool Lane Horsington Templecombe Somerset
Application to discharge the planning obligation relating to affordable housing (dated 9th April 2024) for planning application 21/03854/FUL as amended by 26/00712/NMA
Status: Undecided | Type: Conditions | Council: South Somerset | Date: 2026-05-08
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- Land Adjoining 17 Batchpool Lane Horsington Templecombe Somerset
Non Material Amendment to approved Application 21/03854/FUL to amend the description of development to read: Erection of 9 dwellings with associated access, parking and garaging.
Status: Permitted | Type: Amendment | Council: South Somerset | Date: 2026-03-24
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- 1 Houndsmill Horsington Templecombe Somerset BA8 0ED
Discharge of Conditions No. 7 (Lighting) and No. 9 (Biodiversity Enhancement Plan) of Planning Application 23/02687/FUL.
Status: Withdrawn | Type: Conditions | Council: South Somerset | Date: 2025-04-16
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A brief summary of Horsington in Somerset

Property prices in Horsington show an average sale price of £310,413, 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 Horsington a particularly low-crime area.

Horsington has 2 conservation areas within its boundaries: Horsington, South Cheriton. 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 Horsington 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 Horsington

In the last 24 months, 9 planning applications were submitted near Horsington. Of these, 33% were approved, with an average decision time of 39 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 Horsington.

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 Horsington were discharge of conditions (5), amendments (3), outline applications (1).

In terms of development scale, 1 large-scale (major) development, 8 smaller schemes were submitted.

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