Martock, Somerset Planning Applications
Recent planning applications near Martock, Somerset.
Somerset · England · settlement
About Martock
Martock is a sizable village and civil parish in Somerset, England, located on the outskirts of the Somerset Levels, about 7 miles northwest of Yeovil. With a population of 4,766, it was historically a market town and includes nearby areas such as Hurst to the south and Bower Hinton to the west. The village is bordered by Hurst and the A303, making it a significant area for potential planning applications and developments.
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Town Insights
Property Prices
Average property sale price: £303,280 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).
Area Information
- Admin district: Somerset
- Parliamentary constituency: Glastonbury and Somerton
- LSOA: South Somerset 009A
Crime Statistics
0 crimes reported in 2026-02.
Flood Risk
No active flood warnings near Martock.
Keyword Scorecard
Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Martock.
- 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 Martock based on the last 24 months of planning data.
Nearby Applications
12 planning applications found near Martock.
- - Sunnyside East Street Martock Somerset TA12 6NF
Alteration of rear elevation windows and replacement of front door glazing.
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: South Somerset | Date: 2026-03-16
View full details - - George Inn Church Street Martock Somerset TA12 6JL
S73 Application to vary Condition 02 (approved plans) for the internal layout to be altered of planning approval 24/02244/S73 for S73 Application to vary Condition 02 (approved plans) for the internal
Status: Undecided | Type: Amendment | Council: South Somerset | Date: 2026-03-10
View full details - - Rowleys 12 North Street Martock Somerset TA12 6DH
Notification of intent to carry out Tree Surgery Works to No. 1 tree within a Conservation Area. T1 Cedar Tree : Reduce width up to 2-3m (back to the boundary)
Status: Undecided | Type: Trees | Council: South Somerset | Date: 2026-02-18
View full details - - The Close North Street Martock Somerset TA12 6DH
Wall tie structural repair of east elevation wall of hamstone barn
Status: Undecided | Type: Heritage | Council: South Somerset | Date: 2026-01-29
View full details - - Land Adjacent Triways Foldhill Lane Martock Somerset TA12 6PG
Application to discharge a S106 Agreement between Stonewater Limited and Somerset Council dated 15th March 2024 to secure the installation and permanent maintenance of the phosphate mitigation strateg
Status: Permitted | Type: Conditions | Council: South Somerset | Date: 2026-01-19
View full details - - 21 Church Close Martock Somerset TA12 6DS
Notification of intent to Fell No. 1 Tree within a Conservation Area. Felling of a Norway maple. The trees roots are causing issues with garden wall which has become unstable. The owner would like the
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: South Somerset | Date: 2025-12-31
View full details - - Land Adjacent Triways Foldhill Lane Martock Somerset TA12 6PG
Non Material Amendment to approved application 16/02783/OUT seeking to amend the condition relating to the timing of delivery of the highway works
Status: Permitted | Type: Amendment | Council: South Somerset | Date: 2025-12-23
View full details - - Moorlands House North Street Martock Somerset TA12 6DH
Proposed window and door replacement scheme
Status: Rejected | Type: Full | Council: South Somerset | Date: 2025-10-02
View full details - - Flat 1 Ashfield House Ashfield Park Martock Somerset TA12 6EE
Notification of intent to Fell No. 1 Tree and carry out Tree Surgery Works to No. 2 Trees within a Conservation Area.
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: South Somerset | Date: 2024-12-02
View full details - - East Street Farm 25 East Street Martock Somerset TA12 6NG
Proposed rear extension and alterations to outbuilding
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: South Somerset | Date: 2024-11-29
View full details - - 17 Ashfield Park Martock Somerset TA12 6EE
Notification of intent to carry out Tree Surgery Works to No. 2 Trees within a Conservation Area.
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: South Somerset | Date: 2023-10-17
View full details - - 1 Moorlands Park Martock Somerset TA12 6DN
Proposed Home Office
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: South Somerset | Date: 2023-05-20
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A brief summary of Martock in Somerset
Martock is a sizable village and civil parish in Somerset, England, located on the outskirts of the Somerset Levels, about 7 miles northwest of Yeovil. With a population of 4,766, it was historically a market town and includes nearby areas such as Hurst to the south and Bower Hinton to the west. The village is bordered by Hurst and the A303, making it a significant area for potential planning applications and developments.
Property prices in Martock show an average sale price of £303,280, 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 Martock a particularly low-crime area.
Martock has 3 conservation areas within its boundaries: Coat, West Stoke, Martock and Bower Hinton. 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.
For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Martock 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 Martock
In the last 24 months, 18 planning applications were submitted near Martock. Of these, 86% were approved, with an average decision time of 38 days.
This is broadly in line with the national average of approximately 87%. Martock maintains a standard approach to planning decisions.
The average decision time of 38 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.
The most common application types near Martock were full planning applications (6), tree works (3), amendments (3). Full planning applications account for 33% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.
In terms of development scale, 1 large-scale (major) development, 1 medium-scale application, 16 smaller schemes were submitted.
Nearby Towns
Explore planning applications in nearby areas:
- Highway planning applications
- Ash planning applications
- Bower Hinton planning applications
- Hurst planning applications
- Coat planning applications
- Stapleton planning applications
- Milton planning applications
- Witcombe planning applications
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.