Low Ham, Somerset Planning Applications
Recent planning applications near Low Ham, Somerset.
Somerset · England · settlement
About Low Ham
Low Ham is a village located within the civil parish of High Ham in Somerset, England. The area is characterized by its rural charm and community-focused atmosphere, making it relevant for those interested in planning applications and developments in a picturesque English village setting.
District: High Ham
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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 004A
Crime Statistics
0 crimes reported in 2026-02.
Flood Risk
No active flood warnings near Low Ham.
Keyword Scorecard
Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Low Ham.
- 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 Low Ham based on the last 24 months of planning data.
Nearby Applications
24 planning applications found near Low Ham.
- - Laburnum Farm Low Ham Langport Somerset TA10 9DS
Proposed annexe extension.
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: South Somerset | Date: 2025-03-12
View full details - - Telston House Low Ham Langport Somerset TA10 9DR
Demolition of conservatory, two storey rear extension and first floor side extension.
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: South Somerset | Date: 2024-12-13
View full details - - 2 Jubilee Cottage Lower Street Low Ham Langport Somerset TA10 9DR
Proposed single storey rear extension
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: South Somerset | Date: 2024-02-09
View full details - - Old Orchard Mortons Lane High Ham Langport Somerset TA10 9DT
Application for a Lawful Certificate for Existing Use: Occupation of dwelling without compliance with Condition 2 of planning permission ref. 850370, dated 12th September 1985 (agricultural occupancy
Status: Permitted | Type: Amendment | Council: South Somerset | Date: 2023-09-01
View full details - - Land Opposite Keepers Cottage Church View Low Ham Langport Somerset TA10 9DP
Change of use to private equestrian and construction of a timber stable block and area of turnout, partially retrospective.
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: South Somerset | Date: 2022-08-15
View full details - - Aunt Emilys Low Ham Road Low Ham Langport Somerset TA10 9DY
Demolition of existing buildings and erection of a new dwelling on land rear of Owl Cottage, Low Ham.
Status: Rejected | Type: Full | Council: South Somerset | Date: 2022-05-17
View full details - - Dairy House Farm Low Ham Langport Somerset TA10 9DR
Discharge of conditions No.03 (stonework) and No.04 (external openings) of planning application 19/02247/LBC.
Status: Permitted | Type: Conditions | Council: South Somerset | Date: 2020-08-24
View full details - - Dairy House Farm Lower Street High Ham Langport TA10 9DR
Listed Building Consent for the repair and reinstatement of a fire damaged outbuilding
Status: Conditions | Type: Heritage | Council: South Somerset | Date: 2019-08-12
View full details - - Land Adjoining Greymanes Lower Street High Ham Langport TA10 9DS
Outline application for the erection of a detached dwelling.
Status: Rejected | Type: Outline | Council: South Somerset | Date: 2019-04-08
View full details - - Old Manor Farm Church View Low Ham Langport Somerset TA10 9DP
Removal of existing timber shed and erection of new garden room outbuilding for ancillary residential use.
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: South Somerset | Date: 2019-03-18
View full details - - Old Manor Farm Church View Low Ham Langport TA10 9DP
Alterations and extension to utility room.
Status: Conditions | Type: Heritage | Council: South Somerset | Date: 2019-02-18
View full details - - Old Manor Farm Church View Low Ham Langport TA10 9DP
Alterations and extension to utility room.
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: South Somerset | Date: 2019-02-18
View full details - - Land Adjoining Greymanes Lower Street High Ham Langport TA10 9DS
Outline application for the erection of a pair of semi-detached dwellings.
Status: Rejected | Type: Outline | Council: South Somerset | Date: 2018-11-08
View full details - - Fir Tree Farm Long Street High Ham Langport Somerset TA10 9DP
Notification for prior approval for the change of use of two existing agricultural barns into three dwellings
Status: Conditions | Type: Outline | Council: South Somerset | Date: 2017-05-11
View full details - - Low Ham Church Low Ham Langport Somerset TA10 9ER
Proposed external and internal repairs to the fabric of the building including works to roof, stonework, windows, doors, drainage and pathway.
Status: Conditions | Type: Heritage | Council: South Somerset | Date: 2017-03-10
View full details - - Hill View Low Ham Road Low Ham Langport Somerset TA10 9DY
Application to vary condition 02, 05 and 07 (approved plans) of 16/01183/FUL for the addition of a garden room.
Status: Conditions | Type: Amendment | Council: South Somerset | Date: 2017-03-01
View full details - - Hill View Low Ham Road Low Ham Langport Somerset TA10 9DY
Application for the discharge of conditons 3 (materials), 4 (bat and bird boxes) and 6 (access) of approval 16/01183/FUL
Status: Permitted | Type: Conditions | Council: South Somerset | Date: 2017-01-10
View full details - - Land Rear Of Owl Cottage Low Ham Road Langport Somerset TA10 9DY
Application for Lawful Development Certificate for the existing residential use of two brick and stone buildings known as Aunt Emily's on land to the rear of Owl Cottage, Low Ham.
Status: Rejected | Type: Amendment | Council: South Somerset | Date: 2016-11-28
View full details - - Hill View Farm Cottage Hill View Low Ham Road Low Ham Langport Somerset TA10 9DY
Application for a lawful development certificate for the existing use of the building as an independent dwelling
Status: Rejected | Type: Amendment | Council: South Somerset | Date: 2016-11-28
View full details - - Hill View Low Ham Road Low Ham Langport Somerset TA10 9DY
Conversion of former milking parlour to a dwelling
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: South Somerset | Date: 2016-03-17
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A brief summary of Low Ham in Somerset
Low Ham is a village located within the civil parish of High Ham in Somerset, England. The area is characterized by its rural charm and community-focused atmosphere, making it relevant for those interested in planning applications and developments in a picturesque English village setting. It sits within the High Ham district.
Property prices in Low Ham 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 Low Ham a particularly low-crime area.
Low Ham has one conservation area within its boundaries: High Ham. 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 Low Ham includes 1 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Low Ham SSSI; 3 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, Low Ham 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 Low Ham
In the last 24 months, 3 planning applications were submitted near Low Ham. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 26 days.
This is notably above the national average of approximately 87%, suggesting a relatively permissive planning environment. Applicants near Low Ham may find that well-prepared applications have a strong chance of success.
The average decision time of 26 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.
The most common application types near Low Ham were full planning applications (2), other applications (1). Full planning applications account for 67% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.
4 planning appeals were lodged, of which 0 were allowed and 4 were dismissed (0% success rate). This low success rate indicates that the council's refusal decisions are generally upheld by the Planning Inspectorate.
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Related Planning Guides
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- 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.