How long do planning decisions take near Rock?

The average planning decision time near Rock is 52 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 Rock?

The planning approval rate near Rock is 0%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Rock?

The most common type of planning application near Rock is amendment applications, with 2 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Rock?

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Rock, Somerset Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Rock, Somerset.

Somerset · England · settlement

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £281,799 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: Somerset
Parliamentary constituency: Taunton and Wellington
LSOA: Somerset West and Taunton 019B

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Rock.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Rock based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

10 planning applications found near Rock.

- Staddles, Rock Hill, Wrantage
Erection of single storey extension to side and rear of dwelling and replacement stainless steel chimney at Staddles, Rock Hill, Wrantage
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Taunton Deane | Date: 2019-10-09
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- The Bungalow Top Road Curry Mallet Taunton TA3 6DW
Removal of roof, chimneys and side extension, extension of roof to incorporate first floor bedrooms and bathroom and single storey side extension.
Status: Rejected | Type: Full | Council: South Somerset | Date: 2019-07-02
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- ORCHARD END ROCK HILL NORTH CURRY TAUNTON TA3 6DN
Erection of 12 No. cat pens for boarding with parking for two vehicles at Orchard End, Rock Hill, North Curry
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Taunton Deane | Date: 2019-02-06
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- off Rock Hill adjacent to Ball Hill Farm, Wrantage
Erection of stable block on land off Rock Hill adjacent to Ball Hill Farm, Wrantage
Status: Withdrawn | Type: Full | Council: Taunton Deane | Date: 2016-08-15
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- MEADOWSWEET COTTAGES ROCK HILL WRANTAGE TAUNTON TA3 6DN
ERECTION OF A WOODEN THREE BAY GARAGE AT MEADOWSWEET COTTAGES, ROCK HILL, WRANTAGE
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Taunton Deane | Date: 2014-11-25
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- ROCK COTTAGE ROCK HILL WRANTAGE TAUNTON TA3 6DN
REPLACEMENT OF CONSERVATORY WITH SINGLE STOREY EXTENSION AND REPLACEMENT OF BOUNDARY FENCE WITH 1.8 METRE HIGH TIMBER FENCE AT ROCK COTTAGE, ROCK HILL, WRANTAGE (RESUBMISSION OF 24/10/0012) (AS AMENDE
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Taunton Deane | Date: 2010-07-19
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- ROCK COTTAGE ROCK HILL WRANTAGE TAUNTON TA3 6DN
ERECTION OF SINGLE STOREY EXTENSION TO REAR WITH BALCONY ABOVE AND REPLACEMENT OF BOUNDARY FENCE WITH 1.8 METRE HIGH TIMBER FENCE AT ROCK COTTAGE, ROCK HILL, WRANTAGE
Status: Withdrawn | Type: Full | Council: Taunton Deane | Date: 2010-04-08
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- BALL HILL FARM ROCK HILL WRANTAGE TAUNTON TA3 6DN
ERECTION OF TIMBER FRAME HAY/LAMBING BARN MEASURING 9M X 5M X 3.3M AT BALL HILL FARM, ROCK HILL, WRANTAGE
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Taunton Deane | Date: 2008-11-28
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- LONGACRE ROCKHILL WRANTAGE TA3 6DN
SITING OF 2 EXTRA MOBILE HOMES AND 2 EXTRA TOURING CARAVANS AT LONGACRE, ROCKHILL, WRANTAGE
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Taunton Deane | Date: 2006-06-17
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- Rock House Top Road Curry Mallet Taunton Somerset TA3 6DW
Creation of all weather riding surface (GR 332667/122687)
Status: Conditions | Type: Amendment | Council: South Somerset | Date: 2004-02-09
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A brief summary of Rock in Somerset

Rock is a settlement located in Somerset, England.

Property prices in Rock show an average sale price of £281,799, 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 Rock a particularly low-crime area.

Ecology & Nature Designations

The area around Rock includes 2 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Fivehead Woods and Meadow SSSI, Fivehead Arable Fields SSSI; 3 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 Rock

In the last 24 months, 7 planning applications were submitted near Rock. Of these, 0% were approved, with an average decision time of 52 days.

This is below the national average of approximately 87%, which may reflect stricter local policies, sensitivity of the area, or higher levels of speculative applications. Pre-application advice is particularly worthwhile near Rock.

The average decision time of 52 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Rock were amendments (2), listed building and heritage (1), tree works (1).

3 planning appeals were lodged, of which 1 was allowed and 2 were dismissed (33% success rate).

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