Long Sutton, Somerset Planning Applications
Recent planning applications near Long Sutton, Somerset.
Somerset · England · settlement
Planning applications in Long Sutton 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 Long Sutton
Long Sutton is a quaint village and civil parish located in Somerset, England, approximately 4 miles south of Somerton. With a population of 833, it offers a close-knit community atmosphere, making it a noteworthy area for potential planning applications and developments.
Population: 856 (2021)
District: South Somerset
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Town Insights
Property Prices
Average property sale price: £359,119 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).
Area Information
- Admin district: Somerset
- Parliamentary constituency: Glastonbury and Somerton
- LSOA: South Somerset 007A
Crime Statistics
0 crimes reported in 2026-02.
Flood Risk
No active flood warnings near Long Sutton.
Keyword Scorecard
Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Long Sutton.
- 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 Long Sutton based on the last 24 months of planning data.
Nearby Applications
6 planning applications found near Long Sutton.
- - Withymoor Cottage New Street Long Sutton Langport Somerset TA10 9JW
Proposed 2 story side extension 2 storey and single storey rear extension
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: South Somerset | Date: 2026-06-08
View full details - - Land South Of Long Sutton House Crouds Lane Long Sutton Langport Somerset
Non-Material Amendment to approved Application 25/00812/FUL to replace windows and external doors, external cladding to match existing (Forester Lodge Unit only) and requirement of external level acce
Status: Undecided | Type: Amendment | Council: South Somerset | Date: 2026-05-08
View full details - - Stuckey's House The Green Long Sutton Langport Somerset TA10 9HS
Erection of a small cedar wood green house incorporating a potting shed.
Status: Conditions | Type: Heritage | Council: South Somerset | Date: 2025-05-12
View full details - - Stuckey's House The Green Long Sutton Langport Somerset TA10 9HS
Replacement of non authorised UPVC windows, for double glazed Crittall leaded light windows.
Status: Conditions | Type: Heritage | Council: South Somerset | Date: 2025-05-12
View full details - - The Manor Martock Road Long Sutton Langport Somerset TA10 9HT
Notification of intent to Fell No. 1 Tree within a Conservation Area - T1 - Willow.
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: South Somerset | Date: 2025-04-17
View full details - - Corner Cottage Martock Road Long Sutton Langport Somerset TA10 9HT
Erection of Oak Framed Garden Room with occasional overnight guest accommodation.
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: South Somerset | Date: 2024-05-27
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A brief summary of Long Sutton in Somerset
Long Sutton is a quaint village and civil parish located in Somerset, England, approximately 4 miles south of Somerton. With a population of 833, it offers a close-knit community atmosphere, making it a noteworthy area for potential planning applications and developments. The settlement has a population of approximately 856 (2021 estimate). It sits within the South Somerset district.
Property prices in Long Sutton show an average sale price of £359,119, 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 Long Sutton a particularly low-crime area.
Long Sutton has one conservation area within its boundaries: Long Sutton. Planning applications within or near this conservation area 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 Long Sutton includes 1 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Wet Moor SSSI; 1 Special Protection Areas (SPA): Somerset Levels & Moors; 1 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, Long Sutton 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 Long Sutton
In the last 24 months, 9 planning applications were submitted near Long Sutton. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 56 days.
This is notably above the national average of approximately 87%, suggesting a relatively permissive planning environment. Applicants near Long Sutton may find that well-prepared applications have a strong chance of success.
The average decision time of 56 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.
The most common application types near Long Sutton were listed building and heritage (2), discharge of conditions (2), amendments (2). The high proportion of heritage applications reflects the historic character of the area and the presence of listed buildings or conservation areas nearby.
1 planning appeal was lodged, of which 1 was allowed and 0 were dismissed (100% success rate). This relatively high appeal success rate suggests that the local authority may be refusing some applications that the Planning Inspectorate considers acceptable.
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