Kingsdon, Somerset Planning Applications
Recent planning applications near Kingsdon, Somerset.
Somerset · England · settlement
Planning applications in Kingsdon 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 Kingsdon
Kingsdon is a picturesque village and parish located in Somerset, England, approximately 3 miles southeast of Somerton. With a current population of 303, this number is expected to increase to around 350 following the completion of the Kingsdon Manor development. The village features homes predominantly situated on a hillside, offering stunning views of the surrounding Somerset countryside, making it an attractive location for planning applications.
Population: 366 (2021)
District: South Somerset
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Town Insights
Property Prices
Average property sale price: £415,374 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).
Area Information
- Admin district: Somerset
- Parliamentary constituency: Glastonbury and Somerton
- LSOA: South Somerset 003A
Crime Statistics
0 crimes reported in 2026-05.
Flood Risk
No active flood warnings near Kingsdon.
Keyword Scorecard
Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Kingsdon.
- 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 Kingsdon based on the last 24 months of planning data.
Nearby Applications
2 planning applications found near Kingsdon.
- - Holly Cottage Kingsdon Somerton Somerset TA11 7JU
Notification of intent to carry out Tree Surgery Works to No. 1 Tree within a Conservation Area. T1 - Silver Birch at the rear of the property, to be reduced to previous pruning points.
Status: Undecided | Type: Trees | Council: South Somerset | Date: 2026-02-18
View full details - - Gardeners Cottage Kingsdon Somerton Somerset TA11 7JZ
Notification of intent to carry out tree surgery works to No.03 trees within a Conservation Area
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: South Somerset | Date: 2023-11-03
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A brief summary of Kingsdon in Somerset
Kingsdon is a picturesque village and parish located in Somerset, England, approximately 3 miles southeast of Somerton. With a current population of 303, this number is expected to increase to around 350 following the completion of the Kingsdon Manor development. The village features homes predominantly situated on a hillside, offering stunning views of the surrounding Somerset countryside, making it an attractive location for planning applications. The settlement has a population of approximately 366 (2021 estimate). It sits within the South Somerset district.
Property prices in Kingsdon show an average sale price of £415,374, 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 Kingsdon a particularly low-crime area.
Kingsdon has 2 conservation areas within its boundaries: West Charlton and Charlton Mackrell, Kingsdon. 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 Kingsdon includes 5 Ancient Woodland sites. 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, Kingsdon 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 Kingsdon
In the last 24 months, 1 planning applications were submitted near Kingsdon.
The most common application types near Kingsdon were tree works (1). The significant number of tree-related applications is typical for areas with mature tree cover or active tree preservation orders.
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Related Planning Guides
- What Is Planning Permission in the UK? — Planning permission is the formal approval you need from your local council before making certain changes to a building or piece of land.
- What Is Permitted Development? — Permitted development rights allow certain building works and changes of use without the need to apply for planning permission.
- How Long Does Planning Permission Take? — Typical timelines for planning permission decisions in the UK, from submission to approval, and what can cause delays.