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Planning in Over Stowey

Only 2 decisions near Over Stowey in the last 2 years, too few to judge an approval rate.

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

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About Over Stowey

Over Stowey is a quaint village and civil parish located in Somerset, South West England, featuring significant portions of the stunning Quantock Hills, which encompass forest and open heath. The parish also includes the hamlets of Plainsfield, Aley, Adscombe, Friarn, and Bincombe. Situated just 8 miles (13 km) northwest of Bridgwater, Over Stowey offers a unique blend of rural charm and natural beauty, making it an area of interest for planning applications related to conservation and development. The settlement has a population of approximately 343 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Sedgemoor district.

Property prices in Over Stowey show an average sale price of £289,209, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry.

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

The area around Over Stowey has 11 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Over Stowey 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 Over Stowey, 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, 2 planning applications were submitted near Over Stowey.

The most common types were full planning applications (2).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Over Stowey?
In the last 24 months, 2 planning applications were submitted near Over Stowey.
What types of planning applications are most common near Over Stowey?
The most common type of planning application near Over Stowey is full planning applications, with 2 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Over Stowey?
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