How long do planning decisions take near Newport?

The average planning decision time near Newport is 38 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 Newport?

The planning approval rate near Newport is 0%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Newport?

The most common type of planning application near Newport is discharge of conditions, with 1 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Newport?

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Newport, Somerset Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Newport, Somerset.

Somerset · England · settlement

Planning applications in Newport are administered by Bath And North East Somerset Council. View the full Bath And North East Somerset Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.

About Newport

North Curry is a civil parish and village located in Somerset, England, approximately 5 miles east of Taunton. The area encompasses several hamlets and had a population of 1,640 as of the 2011 census, making it a quaint and community-oriented location for potential planning applications.

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £209,417 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: Somerset
Parliamentary constituency: Taunton and Wellington
LSOA: Somerset West and Taunton 019B

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-05.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Newport based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

3 planning applications found near Newport.

- Woodlea, Newport Road, North Curry
Erection of single storey extension with a glazed link at Woodlea, Newport Road, North Curry
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Taunton Deane | Date: 2017-04-13
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- Woodlea, Newport Road, North Curry
Replacement of dormer with erection of first floor extension to the rear of Woodlea, Newport Road, North Curry
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Taunton Deane | Date: 2017-03-13
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- SEDGEMOOR HOUSE, NEWPORT, WRANTAGE AS AMENDED BY EMAIL RELATING TO THE BLUE LINE, DATED 01 FEBRUARY 2010
DEMOLITION OF STORES AND ANIMAL SHELTERS AND ERECTION OF STABLE AND STORE FOR WORKING SHIRE HORSE AND ASSOCIATED EQUIPMENT AT SEDGEMOOR HOUSE, NEWPORT, WRANTAGE AS AMENDED BY EMAIL RELATING TO THE BLU
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Taunton Deane | Date: 2009-12-07
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A brief summary of Newport in Somerset

Property prices in Newport show an average sale price of £209,417, 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 Newport a particularly low-crime area.

Newport has one conservation area within its boundaries: North Curry. 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 Newport includes 2 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, Newport 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 Newport

In the last 24 months, 4 planning applications were submitted near Newport. Of these, 0% were approved, with an average decision time of 38 days.

This is below the national average of approximately 87%, which may reflect stricter local policies, sensitivity of the area, or higher levels of speculative applications. Pre-application advice is particularly worthwhile near Newport.

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 Newport were discharge of conditions (1), amendments (1).

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