How long do planning decisions take near Pict's Hill?

The average planning decision time near Pict's Hill is 39 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 Pict's Hill?

The planning approval rate near Pict's Hill is 100%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Pict's Hill?

The most common type of planning application near Pict's Hill is amendment applications, with 3 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Pict's Hill?

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Pict's Hill, Somerset Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Pict's Hill, Somerset.

Somerset · England · settlement

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Property Prices

Average property sale price: £359,119 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: Somerset
Parliamentary constituency: Glastonbury and Somerton
LSOA: South Somerset 004D

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Pict's Hill.

Keyword Scorecard

Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Pict's Hill.

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 Pict's Hill based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

1 planning application found near Pict's Hill.

- Wearne Wyche Picts Hill Huish Episcopi Langport Somerset TA10 9AA
Application for a Lawful Development Certificate for the proposed erection of 1no. new pool house with gym and associated landscape works
Status: Permitted | Type: Amendment | Council: South Somerset | Date: 2026-02-09
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A brief summary of Pict's Hill in Somerset

Pict's Hill is a settlement located in Somerset, England.

Property prices in Pict's Hill show an average sale price of £359,119, 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 Pict's Hill a particularly low-crime area.

Pict's Hill has one conservation area within its boundaries: Langport and Huish Episcopi. 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 Pict's Hill includes 3 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Langport Railway Cutting SSSI, Low Ham SSSI, Wet Moor SSSI; 1 Special Protection Areas (SPA): Somerset Levels & Moors; 1 Ramsar Wetland Sites: Somerset Levels & Moors. 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 Pict's Hill

In the last 24 months, 4 planning applications were submitted near Pict's Hill. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 39 days.

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

The average decision time of 39 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Pict's Hill were amendments (3), full planning applications (1).

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