How long do planning decisions take near Huntham?

The average planning decision time near Huntham is 44 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 Huntham?

The planning approval rate near Huntham is 0%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Huntham?

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

How can I track planning applications near Huntham?

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Huntham, Somerset Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Huntham, Somerset.

Somerset · England · settlement

Planning applications in Huntham 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.

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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 Huntham.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Huntham based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

2 planning applications found near Huntham.

- High Elms Nurseries, Broad Lane, North Curry
Erection of a detached double garage at High Elms Nurseries, Broad Lane, North Curry
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Taunton Deane | Date: 2021-09-15
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- High Elms Nurseries, Broad Lane, North Curry
Erection of 1 No. dwelling with annexe with refurbishment of shed to garage at High Elms Nurseries, Broad Lane, North Curry
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Taunton Deane | Date: 2021-07-23
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A brief summary of Huntham in Somerset

Huntham is a settlement located in Somerset, England.

Property prices in Huntham 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 Huntham a particularly low-crime area.

Ecology & Nature Designations

The area around Huntham includes 3 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Curry and Hay Moors SSSI, North Curry Meadow SSSI, West Sedgemoor SSSI; 2 Special Protection Areas (SPA): Somerset Levels & Moors; 2 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.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Huntham 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 Huntham

In the last 24 months, 3 planning applications were submitted near Huntham. Of these, 0% were approved, with an average decision time of 44 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 Huntham.

The average decision time of 44 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Huntham were full planning applications (1). Full planning applications account for 33% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

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