How long do planning decisions take near Pen Mill?

The average planning decision time near Pen Mill is 57 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 Pen Mill?

The planning approval rate near Pen Mill is 100%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Pen Mill?

The most common type of planning application near Pen Mill is full planning applications, with 9 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Pen Mill?

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Pen Mill, Somerset Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Pen Mill, Somerset.

Somerset · England · settlement

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About Pen Mill

Yeovil Pen Mill is one of two railway stations serving Yeovil, Somerset, located just under a mile east of the town centre. Positioned 59.5 miles south of Bristol Temple Meads on the Heart of Wessex Line, it is managed by Great Western Railway and offers services alongside South Western Railway. This station is a key transport link for the area, making it relevant for those considering planning applications in the vicinity.

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £247,510 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: Somerset
Parliamentary constituency: Yeovil
LSOA: South Somerset 015D

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Pen Mill.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Pen Mill based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

3 planning applications found near Pen Mill.

- 11 Wyndham Street Yeovil Somerset BA20 1JH
Prior Approval for proposed Change of Use from commercial, business and service use (Class E) to Dwelling House (Class C3) No. 2 Flats.
Status: Conditions | Type: Outline | Council: South Somerset | Date: 2026-01-23
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- 23 Alexandra Road Yeovil Somerset BA21 5AL
Application for a Lawful Development Certificate for a proposed ground floor extension and room in the roof extension
Status: Permitted | Type: Amendment | Council: South Somerset | Date: 2025-10-23
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- 109 Highfield Road Yeovil Somerset BA21 4RJ
Erection of two storey side extension and single storey side/rear extension to dwelling.
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: South Somerset | Date: 2023-04-28
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A brief summary of Pen Mill in Somerset

Property prices in Pen Mill show an average sale price of £247,510, 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 Pen Mill a particularly low-crime area.

Pen Mill has one conservation area within its boundaries: Yeovil. 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 Pen Mill 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 Pen Mill

In the last 24 months, 21 planning applications were submitted near Pen Mill. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 57 days.

This is notably above the national average of approximately 87%, suggesting a relatively permissive planning environment. Applicants near Pen Mill may find that well-prepared applications have a strong chance of success.

At 57 days on average, decisions near Pen Mill slightly exceed the 8-week statutory target for minor applications, though this is common across many councils.

The most common application types near Pen Mill were full planning applications (9), amendments (6), discharge of conditions (3). Full planning applications account for 43% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

In terms of development scale, 2 medium-scale applications, 19 smaller schemes were submitted.

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