How long do planning decisions take near Sandylands?

The average planning decision time near Sandylands is 70 days. The statutory target is 8 weeks (56 days) for minor applications and 13 weeks for major applications.

What types of planning applications are most common near Sandylands?

The most common type of planning application near Sandylands is full planning applications, with 5 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Sandylands?

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Sandylands, Somerset Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Sandylands, Somerset.

Somerset · England · settlement

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About Sandylands

Sandylands is a British television sitcom that premiered on Gold on 4 March 2020, created by Martin Collins and Alex Finch. While primarily a comedic series, its setting in Somerset may offer insights into local culture and community dynamics, which could be valuable for those researching planning applications in the area.

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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 018D

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Sandylands based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

6 planning applications found near Sandylands.

- The Stables, Milverton Road, Langford Budville
Erection of a two storey extension to the rear of The Stables, Milverton Road, Langford Budville
Status: Withdrawn | Type: Full | Council: Taunton Deane | Date: 2023-12-11
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- New Barn Nurseries, Runnington, Wellington
Replacement of dwelling with formation of driveway at New Barn Nurseries, Runnington, Wellington
Status: Withdrawn | Type: Full | Council: Taunton Deane | Date: 2020-09-23
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- Lowmoor Industrial Estate, Tonedale, Wellington
Change of use of industrial land (Class B1/B8) to dog walking/activity area with formation of vehicle hardstanding and pond (Class Sui-Generis) on land at Lowmoor Industrial Estate, Tonedale, Wellingt
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Taunton Deane | Date: 2017-05-18
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- HAWTHORN COTTAGE, RUNNINGTON
ERECTION OF A SINGLE STOREY EXTENSION TO THE REAR OF HAWTHORN COTTAGE, RUNNINGTON
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Taunton Deane | Date: 2015-12-02
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- MILVERTON ROAD, WELLINGTON.
RESERVED MATTERS APPLICATION FOR 'APPEARANCE' AND 'SCALE' WITH REGARDS TO THE DEVELOPMENT OF THE SITE FOR A GARDEN CENTRE PURSUANT TO OUTLINE APPLICATION 21/09/0019 AT LAND EAST OF MILVERTON ROAD, WEL
Status: Conditions | Type: Outline | Council: Taunton Deane | Date: 2012-10-15
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- RIVER TONE, WELLINGTON, AS AMPLIFIED AND AMENDED
DEVELOPMENT OF SITE TO PROVIDE GARDEN CENTRE INCLUDING SALES BUILDING, DISPLAY AREA, ACCESS AND LANDSCAPING ON LAND EAST OF MILVERTON ROAD AND NORTH OF RIVER TONE, WELLINGTON, AS AMPLIFIED AND AMENDED
Status: Conditions | Type: Outline | Council: Taunton Deane | Date: 2009-08-27
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A brief summary of Sandylands in Somerset

Property prices in Sandylands 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 Sandylands a particularly low-crime area.

Sandylands has one conservation area within its boundaries: Nynehead. 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.

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Planning Activity in Sandylands

In the last 24 months, 10 planning applications were submitted near Sandylands. The average decision time was 70 days.

At 70 days on average, decisions near Sandylands slightly exceed the 8-week statutory target for minor applications, though this is common across many councils.

The most common application types near Sandylands were full planning applications (5), outline applications (2), discharge of conditions (2). Full planning applications account for 50% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

In terms of development scale, 1 large-scale (major) development, 9 smaller schemes were submitted.

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