Sampford Arundel, Somerset Planning Applications
Recent planning applications near Sampford Arundel, Somerset.
Somerset · England · settlement
About Sampford Arundel
Sampford Arundel is a charming village and civil parish located in Somerset, England, approximately 10 miles (16 km) south-west of Taunton and south-west of Wellington. Nestled at the western end of the Blackdown Hills, the parish encompasses the hamlets of Sampford Moor, White Ball, and Beam Bridge, and had a population of 294 according to the 2021 census. This rural setting offers potential for various planning applications, reflecting its community-oriented character and scenic landscape.
Population: 294 (2021)
District: Somerset West and Taunton
Website: http://www.sampfordarundel-pc.gov.uk
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Town Insights
Property Prices
Average property sale price: £357,451 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).
Area Information
- Admin district: Somerset
- Parliamentary constituency: Taunton and Wellington
- LSOA: Somerset West and Taunton 018A
Crime Statistics
0 crimes reported in 2026-02.
Flood Risk
No active flood warnings near Sampford Arundel.
Keyword Scorecard
Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Sampford Arundel.
- 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 Sampford Arundel based on the last 24 months of planning data.
Nearby Applications
8 planning applications found near Sampford Arundel.
- - Peacehay Farm, Peacehay Lane, Sampford Arundel
Application for prior notification for the replacement of agricultural concrete yard at Peacehay Farm, Peacehay Lane, Sampford Arundel
Status: Permitted | Type: Other | Council: Taunton Deane | Date: 2026-01-27
View full details - - 1 Weekes Meadow, Breach Hill, Sampford Arundel
Replacement of conservatory with the erection of a single storey extension to the rear and replacement of single storey extension to the side of 1 Weekes Meadow, Breach Hill, Sampford Arundel
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Taunton Deane | Date: 2022-08-02
View full details - - SANDFIELD, WHITEBALL, SAMPFORD ARUNDEL
ERECTION OF A COVERED SWIMMING POOL TO THE REAR OF SANDFIELD, WHITEBALL, SAMPFORD ARUNDEL (AMENDED SCHEME TO 32/13/0001)
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Taunton Deane | Date: 2014-02-24
View full details - - SANDFIELD, WHITEBALL, WELLINGTON
ERECTION OF A COVERED SWIMMING POOL TO THE REAR OF SANDFIELD, WHITEBALL, WELLINGTON
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Taunton Deane | Date: 2013-01-28
View full details - - SANDFIELD HOUSE, WHITEBALL, SAMPFORD ARUNDEL
CONVERSION OF OUTBUILDING TO FORM ANNEXE ACCOMMODATION, TO INCLUDE REPLACEMENT OF FLAT ROOF WITH PITCHED ROOF, AT SANDFIELD HOUSE, WHITEBALL, SAMPFORD ARUNDEL
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Taunton Deane | Date: 2012-07-31
View full details - - SAMPFORD FARM, SAMPFORD ARUNDEL
ERECTION OF STOCKYARD, ERECTION OF BUILDING FOR DAIRY CATTLE HOUSING ON PREVIOUS SITE OF DEMOLISHED PIG FATTENING BUILDING AT SAMPFORD FARM, SAMPFORD ARUNDEL
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Taunton Deane | Date: 2009-11-10
View full details - - SAMPFORD FARM, SAMPFORD ARUNDELL
ERECTION OF EXTENSION TO AGRICULTURAL BUILDING AT SAMPFORD FARM, SAMPFORD ARUNDELL
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Taunton Deane | Date: 2009-01-22
View full details - - 19 HIGH STREET WELLINGTON SOMERSET TA21 9QT
RETENTION OF EMERGENCY OVERFLOW PIPE INSTALLED AT 19 HIGH STREET, WELLINGTON
Status: Rejected | Council: Taunton Deane | Date: 2007-12-19
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A brief summary of Sampford Arundel in Somerset
Sampford Arundel is a charming village and civil parish located in Somerset, England, approximately 10 miles (16 km) south-west of Taunton and south-west of Wellington. Nestled at the western end of the Blackdown Hills, the parish encompasses the hamlets of Sampford Moor, White Ball, and Beam Bridge, and had a population of 294 according to the 2021 census. This rural setting offers potential for various planning applications, reflecting its community-oriented character and scenic landscape. The settlement has a population of approximately 294 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Somerset West and Taunton district.
Property prices in Sampford Arundel show an average sale price of £357,451, 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 Sampford Arundel a particularly low-crime area.
Sampford Arundel has one conservation area within its boundaries: No data available for publication by HE. 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 Sampford Arundel includes 1 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Black Down and Sampford Commons SSSI; 1 Ancient Woodland site; 1 Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB): Blackdown Hills. These designations may affect planning decisions, as proposals near protected sites require environmental impact assessment and may face additional restrictions.
For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Sampford Arundel planning applications can be searched by entering a local postcode above. Further local information can be found on the community website at http://www.sampfordarundel-pc.gov.uk. 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.
Planning Activity in Sampford Arundel
In the last 24 months, 4 planning applications were submitted near Sampford Arundel. Of these, 33% 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 Sampford Arundel.
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 Sampford Arundel were outline applications (1), other applications (1).
Nearby Towns
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Related Planning Guides
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- What Is Permitted Development? — Permitted development rights allow certain building works and changes of use without the need to apply for planning permission.
- How Long Does Planning Permission Take? — Typical timelines for planning permission decisions in the UK, from submission to approval, and what can cause delays.