How long do planning decisions take near Lynch?

The average planning decision time near Lynch is 67 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 Lynch?

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

What types of planning applications are most common near Lynch?

The most common type of planning application near Lynch is listed building consent applications, with 1 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Lynch?

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Lynch, Somerset Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Lynch, Somerset.

Somerset · England · settlement

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About Lynch

Lynch is a small hamlet within the civil parish of Selworthy, located 5 kilometres from Minehead in Somerset. Nestled in the National Trust's Holnicote Estate on the northern edge of Exmoor, this area includes the charming hamlets of Bossington, Tivington, Brandish Street, and Allerford, making it a picturesque spot for potential planning applications.

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Property Prices

Average property sale price: £351,190 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: Somerset
Parliamentary constituency: Tiverton and Minehead
LSOA: Somerset West and Taunton 002A

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Lynch based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

1 planning application found near Lynch.

- West Lynch Farm House, Bossington Road, Selworthy, Minehead, Somerset, TA24 8HJ
Listed Building Consent for the proposed internal alterations together with installation of ensuite to bedroom and repairs to northeastern chimney stack. Retrospective.
Status: Conditions | Type: Heritage | Council: Exmoor | Date: 2025-02-12
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A brief summary of Lynch in Somerset

Property prices in Lynch show an average sale price of £351,190, 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 Lynch a particularly low-crime area.

Lynch has 2 conservation areas within its boundaries: Allerford, Bossington and West Lynch. 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 Lynch includes 3 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Porlock Ridge and Saltmarsh SSSI, North Exmoor SSSI, Exmoor Coastal Heaths SSSI; 3 Ancient Woodland sites; 4 Special Areas of Conservation (SAC): Exmoor & Quantock Oakwoods, Exmoor Heaths; 1 National Parks: EXMOOR. These designations may affect planning decisions, as proposals near protected sites require environmental impact assessment and may face additional restrictions.

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Planning Activity in Lynch

In the last 24 months, 2 planning applications were submitted near Lynch. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 67 days.

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

At 67 days on average, decisions near Lynch slightly exceed the 8-week statutory target for minor applications, though this is common across many councils.

The most common application types near Lynch were listed building and heritage (1), discharge of conditions (1). The high proportion of heritage applications reflects the historic character of the area and the presence of listed buildings or conservation areas nearby.

In terms of development scale, 1 medium-scale application, 1 smaller scheme were submitted.

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