How long do planning decisions take near Hurst?

The average planning decision time near Hurst 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 Hurst?

The planning approval rate near Hurst is 75%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Hurst?

The most common type of planning application near Hurst is tree works applications, with 6 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Hurst?

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Hurst, Somerset Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Hurst, Somerset.

Somerset · England · settlement

Planning applications in Hurst 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 Hurst

Martock is a significant village and civil parish located in Somerset, England, approximately 7 miles north-west of Yeovil. Nestled on the edge of the Somerset Levels, it encompasses the area of Hurst, situated about a mile to the south, and Bower Hinton to the west, with the A303 forming its boundary. With a population of 4,766, Martock has a rich history as a market town, making it a key area for potential planning applications and developments.

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Area Information

Admin district: Somerset
Parliamentary constituency: Glastonbury and Somerton
LSOA: South Somerset 009C

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-05.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Hurst.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Hurst based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

6 planning applications found near Hurst.

- Springfield Hurst Martock Somerset TA12 6JU
Notification of intent to carry out Tree Surgery works to No. 2 Trees, Fell No. 1 Tree and Fell No. 2 Groups of Trees within a Conservation Area. G1 - Cypress, fell four trees to ground level, T2 - Pu
Status: Undecided | Type: Trees | Council: South Somerset | Date: 2026-07-01
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- Thistles Hurst Martock Somerset TA12 6JU
Notification of intent to reduce No.01 Robinia tree (T1) by 15ft included within Conservation Area
Status: Undecided | Type: Trees | Council: South Somerset | Date: 2026-05-21
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- Old School Farm Bower Hinton Martock Somerset TA12 6JU
Discharge of Condition No.03 (materials) of planning application 25/02606/FUL
Status: Undecided | Type: Conditions | Council: South Somerset | Date: 2026-05-20
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- Yandle And Son Ltd Hurst Martock Somerset TA12 6JU
Discharge of conditions No.07 (Access Surface and Drainage) and No.08 (CEMP) of planning application 25/01307/S73
Status: Conditions | Type: Conditions | Council: South Somerset | Date: 2025-12-29
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- 21 Bower Hinton Martock Somerset TA12 6JY
Erection of a single storey rear extension to dwelling
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: South Somerset | Date: 2025-05-28
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- Middle Cottage 123 Middle Street Bower Hinton Martock YEOVIL Somerset TA12 6LL
Notification of intent to fell No. 1 tree within a Conservation Area.
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: South Somerset | Date: 2025-03-04
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A brief summary of Hurst in Somerset

There were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period. This makes Hurst a particularly low-crime area.

Hurst has 2 conservation areas within its boundaries: Coat, Martock and Bower Hinton. 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.

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Planning Activity in Hurst

In the last 24 months, 14 planning applications were submitted near Hurst. Of these, 75% 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 Hurst.

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 Hurst were tree works (6), discharge of conditions (3), full planning applications (2). The significant number of tree-related applications is typical for areas with mature tree cover or active tree preservation orders.

In terms of development scale, 1 medium-scale application, 13 smaller schemes were submitted.

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