How long do planning decisions take near Oake?

The average planning decision time near Oake is 50 days. The statutory target is 8 weeks (56 days) for minor applications and 13 weeks for major applications.

What types of planning applications are most common near Oake?

The most common type of planning application near Oake is tree works applications, with 1 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Oake?

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Oake, Somerset Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Oake, Somerset.

Somerset · England · settlement

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About Oake

Population: 725 (2021)

District: Somerset West and Taunton

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £281,799 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: Somerset
Parliamentary constituency: Tiverton and Minehead
LSOA: Somerset West and Taunton 013B

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Oake.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Oake based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

2 planning applications found near Oake.

- Oake
Application to carry out management works to one oak tree included in Taunton Deane Borough (Oake No.1) Tree Preservation Order 1995 on land to the northeast of Oake (approximate grid reference ST1558
Status: Conditions | Type: Trees | Council: Taunton Deane | Date: 2025-05-28
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- TY CWN OAKE ROAD OAKE TAUNTON TA4 1AZ
Demolition of Woolaway bungalow and detached garage and erection of 1 No. two storey dwelling with integral garage at Ty Cwn, Oake Road, Oake (resubmission of 27/22/0036)
Status: Withdrawn | Type: Full | Council: Taunton Deane | Date: 2023-08-16
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A brief summary of Oake in Somerset

Oake is a quaint village and civil parish located in Somerset, England, approximately 5 miles west of Taunton. With a population of 765, it offers a charming community atmosphere, making it relevant for those exploring planning applications in the area. The settlement has a population of approximately 725 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Somerset West and Taunton district.

Property prices in Oake show an average sale price of £281,799, 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 Oake a particularly low-crime area.

Oake has one conservation area within its boundaries: Hillfarrance. 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.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Oake 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 Oake

In the last 24 months, 1 planning applications were submitted near Oake. The average decision time was 50 days.

The average decision time of 50 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Oake were tree works (1). The significant number of tree-related applications is typical for areas with mature tree cover or active tree preservation orders.

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