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Planning activity
133
85% approval
Approval rate
85%
96 of 105 decided
Decision speed
~7 wks
average time to decision

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Planning data sourced from Somerset council planning portal · Statistics based on the last 24 months

Frequently asked questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near New Town (BA21)?
In the last 24 months, 133 planning applications were submitted near New Town (BA21). The approval rate is 85%.
How long do planning decisions take near New Town (BA21)?
The average planning decision time near New Town (BA21) is 50 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 New Town (BA21)?
The planning approval rate near New Town (BA21) is 85%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near New Town (BA21)?
The most common type of planning application near New Town (BA21) is discharge of conditions, with 33 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near New Town (BA21)?
You can search and track planning applications near New Town (BA21) on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.

About New Town - Planning Applications & Local Development

New Town is a other located in Somerset, England.

Property prices in New Town show an average sale price of £300,196, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the New Town 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 New Town a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around New Town has 2 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, New Town 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.

To comment on or object to a planning application near New Town, visit the local authority's planning portal directly. Planning Signal links to the original council submission for every application listed above.

In the last 24 months, 133 planning applications were submitted near New Town. Of these, 85% were approved, with an average decision time of 50 days.

The most common types were discharge of conditions (33), full planning applications (25), amendments (14). 1 large-scale development was submitted during this period.

23 planning appeals were lodged, of which 6 were allowed and 16 were dismissed (27% success rate).