How long do planning decisions take near Kingstone?

The average planning decision time near Kingstone is 17 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 Kingstone?

The planning approval rate near Kingstone is 100%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Kingstone?

The most common type of planning application near Kingstone is tree works applications, with 2 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Kingstone?

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Kingstone, Somerset Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Kingstone, Somerset.

Somerset · England · settlement

Planning applications in Kingstone 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 Kingstone

Kingstone is a quaint village and civil parish located in Somerset, England, approximately 5 miles northeast of Chard and near Ilminster. With a small population of 83 residents, this tranquil community is part of the South Somerset district, making it a unique area for potential planning applications and developments.

Population: 90 (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 010C

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Kingstone.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Kingstone based on the last 24 months of planning data.

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A brief summary of Kingstone in Somerset

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

Kingstone 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.

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Planning Activity in Kingstone

In the last 24 months, 3 planning applications were submitted near Kingstone. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 17 days.

This is notably above the national average of approximately 87%, suggesting a relatively permissive planning environment. Applicants near Kingstone may find that well-prepared applications have a strong chance of success.

The average decision time of 17 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Kingstone were tree works (2), other applications (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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