How long do planning decisions take near Old Cleeve?

The average planning decision time near Old Cleeve is 13 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 Old Cleeve?

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

What types of planning applications are most common near Old Cleeve?

The most common type of planning application near Old Cleeve is full planning applications, with 2 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Old Cleeve?

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Old Cleeve, Somerset Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Old Cleeve, Somerset.

Somerset · England · settlement

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About Old Cleeve

Old Cleeve is a historic village and civil parish located 5 miles southeast of Minehead in Somerset, encompassing 2,092 hectares. The parish includes the villages of Old Cleeve, Roadwater, and Washford, along with several hamlets, and about half of its area lies within the scenic Exmoor National Park. With a population of 1,672 as of 2011, the village has a rich history dating back to the early 13th century, featuring notable structures like its town hall built in 1727 and a church originally established in 1694.

Population: 1,684 (2021) · Area: 20.9 km²

District: Somerset West and Taunton

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £351,190 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: Somerset
Parliamentary constituency: Tiverton and Minehead
LSOA: Somerset West and Taunton 001C

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Old Cleeve.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Old Cleeve based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

5 planning applications found near Old Cleeve.

- Downstream, Lower Bilbrook Lane, Old Cleeve, Watchet, Minehead, TA24 6HE
Conversion and extension to garage to form annexe
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: West Somerset | Date: 2026-03-18
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- Ottos Cottage, 21 Lower Bilbrook Lane to Monks Path, Old Cleeve, Watchet, TA24 6HJ
Various repairs and refurbishment to windows and render
Status: Undecided | Type: Heritage | Council: West Somerset | Date: 2026-03-05
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- Melba Cottage, 33 Monks Path, Old Cleeve, TA24 6HJ
Notification to carry out management works to one apple tree (and to remove 10 dead elms and one dead cherry) within Old Cleeve Conservation Area
Status: Withdrawn | Type: Trees | Council: West Somerset | Date: 2025-10-29
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- Timbers, 13 Lower Bilbrook Lane to Monks Path, Old Cleeve, TA24 6HJ
Replacement of corrugated roof on lean to shed with clay tiles at Timbers, 13 Lower Bilbrook Lane, Old Cleeve
Status: Withdrawn | Type: Full | Council: West Somerset | Date: 2025-04-28
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- Timbers, 13 Lower Bilbrook Lane to Monks Path, Old Cleeve, TA24 6HJ
Replacement of corrugated roof on lean to shed with clay tiles at Timbers, 13 Lower Bilbrook Lane, Old Cleeve
Status: Withdrawn | Type: Heritage | Council: West Somerset | Date: 2025-04-28
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A brief summary of Old Cleeve in Somerset

Old Cleeve covers an area of approximately 20.9 km². The surrounding landscape and character of the area play an important role in how planning applications are assessed by the local authority.

Property prices in Old Cleeve show an average sale price of £351,190, 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 Old Cleeve a particularly low-crime area.

Old Cleeve has one conservation area within its boundaries: Old Cleeve. 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 Old Cleeve 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.

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Planning Activity in Old Cleeve

In the last 24 months, 5 planning applications were submitted near Old Cleeve. Of these, 0% were approved, with an average decision time of 13 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 Old Cleeve.

The average decision time of 13 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Old Cleeve were full planning applications (2), listed building and heritage (2), tree works (1). Full planning applications account for 40% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

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