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Planning in Middle Burnham

Approved
100%
31 of 31 decided
Decision time
about 5 weeks
on average

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Middle Burnham in the last 24 months, from Somerset Council's planning register.

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About Middle Burnham

Middle Burnham is a settlement located in Somerset, England.

Property prices in Middle Burnham show an average sale price of £267,009, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Middle Burnham area, indicating a relatively low flood risk at present. This is a positive factor for both existing residents and those considering property purchases or new developments.

In terms of safety, there were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period (May 2026). This makes Middle Burnham a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Middle Burnham has 4 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Middle Burnham 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.

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To comment on or object to a planning application near Middle Burnham, open it in the list above: each one links to the council's own page for it and shows any comment deadline.

In the last 24 months, 33 planning applications were submitted near Middle Burnham. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 34 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (15), outline applications (7), tree works (3).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Middle Burnham?
In the last 24 months, 33 planning applications were submitted near Middle Burnham. The approval rate is 100%.
How long do planning decisions take near Middle Burnham?
The average planning decision time near Middle Burnham is 34 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 Middle Burnham?
The planning approval rate near Middle Burnham is 100%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Middle Burnham?
The most common type of planning application near Middle Burnham is full planning applications, with 15 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Middle Burnham?
You can search and track planning applications near Middle Burnham on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.