Ilminster, Somerset Planning Applications
Recent planning applications near Ilminster, Somerset.
Somerset · England · Town
Planning applications in Ilminster 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 Ilminster
Ilminster is a market town and civil parish in Somerset, England, home to a population of 5,808. Located just east of the A303 and A358 junction, the town has been bypassed since 1988, enhancing its accessibility. The parish also encompasses the hamlet of Sea, making it a notable area for potential planning applications and developments.
Population: 5,964 (2021)
District: South Somerset
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Town Insights
Property Prices
Average property sale price: £338,920 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).
Area Information
- Admin district: Somerset
- Parliamentary constituency: Yeovil
- LSOA: South Somerset 019B
Crime Statistics
0 crimes reported in 2026-02.
Flood Risk
No active flood warnings near Ilminster.
Keyword Scorecard
Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Ilminster.
- 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 Ilminster based on the last 24 months of planning data.
Nearby Applications
7 planning applications found near Ilminster.
- - The Co-operative Food Cornhill Market Place East Street Ilminster Somerset TA19 0AH
The installation of an ATM and associated signage
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: South Somerset | Date: 2026-04-27
View full details - - 22 Orchard Vale Ilminster Somerset TA19 0EU
Proposed single storey rear extension (i) the projection of the rear extension beyond the rear wall is 6.00m (ii) the maximum height of the extension is 2.77m (iii) the height at the eaves of the exte
Status: Permitted | Type: Outline | Council: South Somerset | Date: 2026-03-09
View full details - - Townsend Farm Townsend Ilminster Somerset TA19 0JA
Notification of intent to install a new farm access track.
Status: Permitted | Type: Other | Council: South Somerset | Date: 2026-02-02
View full details - - Land At Love Lane Ilminster Somerset
Self-build dwelling and formation of vehicle access (re-submission of 24/02102/FUL)
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: South Somerset | Date: 2026-01-30
View full details - - Petherton Cottage 31 East Street Ilminster Somerset TA19 0AN
Application for a Certificate of Lawfulness of Proposed Works to a Listed Building: localised repairs to roof by removing severely damaged roof slates and replace them as per existing slate material,
Status: Permitted | Type: Heritage | Council: South Somerset | Date: 2025-11-19
View full details - - 73 Blackdown View Ilminster Somerset TA19 0BD
Two storey and single storey rear extension
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: South Somerset | Date: 2024-09-05
View full details - - Little Tawny Townsend Ilminster Somerset TA19 0JA
Demolition of part of existing bungalow including garages, raising of roof to remaining section, extension forming two storeys and single storey garage.
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: South Somerset | Date: 2024-02-28
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A brief summary of Ilminster in Somerset
Ilminster is a market town and civil parish in Somerset, England, home to a population of 5,808. Located just east of the A303 and A358 junction, the town has been bypassed since 1988, enhancing its accessibility. The parish also encompasses the hamlet of Sea, making it a notable area for potential planning applications and developments. The Town has a population of approximately 5,964 (2021 estimate). It sits within the South Somerset district.
Property prices in Ilminster show an average sale price of £338,920, 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 Ilminster a particularly low-crime area.
Ilminster has 2 conservation areas within its boundaries: Dowlish Wake, Ilminster. 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.
For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Ilminster 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 Ilminster
In the last 24 months, 10 planning applications were submitted near Ilminster. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 22 days.
This is notably above the national average of approximately 87%, suggesting a relatively permissive planning environment. Applicants near Ilminster may find that well-prepared applications have a strong chance of success.
The average decision time of 22 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.
The most common application types near Ilminster were full planning applications (5), outline applications (1), listed building and heritage (1). Full planning applications account for 50% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.
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