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Planning in Pilton

Approved
83%
10 of 11 decided
Decision time
about 7 weeks
on average

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

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About Pilton

Pilton is a village and civil parish located in Somerset, England, just off the A361 road within the Mendip district. Situated 3 miles south-west of Shepton Mallet and 6 miles east of Glastonbury, the village has a population of 998 and encompasses the hamlets of West Compton, East Compton, Westholme, Beardly Batch, and Cannards Grave. This charming area may present opportunities for planning applications, especially given its proximity to larger towns and local amenities. The settlement has a population of approximately 1,104 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Mendip district.

The area around Pilton has 3 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

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

To comment on or object to a planning application near Pilton, 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, 31 planning applications were submitted near Pilton. Of these, 83% were approved, with an average decision time of 50 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (10), tree works (7), discharge of conditions (2).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Pilton?
In the last 24 months, 31 planning applications were submitted near Pilton. The approval rate is 83%.
How long do planning decisions take near Pilton?
The average planning decision time near Pilton is 50 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 Pilton?
The planning approval rate near Pilton is 83%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Pilton?
The most common type of planning application near Pilton is full planning applications, with 10 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Pilton?
You can search and track planning applications near Pilton on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.