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Planning in Pitcombe

Approved
94%
16 of 17 decided
Decision time
about 8 weeks
on average

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

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About Pitcombe

Pitcombe is a quaint village and civil parish located 1 mile southwest of Bruton and 5 miles from Wincanton in Somerset, England. The parish encompasses the hamlets of Cole, Godminster, and Hadspen, and had a population of 342 as of the 2021 census, making it a small yet vibrant community with potential planning opportunities.

Property prices in Pitcombe show an average sale price of £457,087, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Pitcombe area, indicating a relatively low flood risk at present. This is a positive factor for both existing residents and those considering property purchases or new developments.

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

The area around Pitcombe has 1 nature designation nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Pitcombe 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 Pitcombe, 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, 18 planning applications were submitted near Pitcombe. Of these, 94% were approved, with an average decision time of 53 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (6), tree works (4), listed building and heritage (2).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Pitcombe?
In the last 24 months, 18 planning applications were submitted near Pitcombe. The approval rate is 94%.
How long do planning decisions take near Pitcombe?
The average planning decision time near Pitcombe is 53 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 Pitcombe?
The planning approval rate near Pitcombe is 94%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Pitcombe?
The most common type of planning application near Pitcombe is full planning applications, with 6 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Pitcombe?
You can search and track planning applications near Pitcombe on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.