How long do planning decisions take near Selworthy?

The average planning decision time near Selworthy is 45 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 Selworthy?

The planning approval rate near Selworthy is 100%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Selworthy?

The most common type of planning application near Selworthy is tree works applications, with 1 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Selworthy?

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Selworthy, Somerset Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Selworthy, Somerset.

Somerset · England · settlement

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About Selworthy

Selworthy is a quaint village and civil parish situated 5 kilometres from Minehead in Somerset, England, nestled within the National Trust's Holnicote Estate on the edge of Exmoor. The parish encompasses several hamlets, including Bossington, Tivington, Lynch, Brandish Street, and Allerford, making it a picturesque area for potential planning applications and developments in a scenic rural setting.

Population: 426 (2021)

District: Somerset West and Taunton

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £351,190 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: Somerset
Parliamentary constituency: Tiverton and Minehead
LSOA: Somerset West and Taunton 005A

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Selworthy.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Selworthy based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

3 planning applications found near Selworthy.

- The Old Rectory Selworthy By Road Selworthy Minehead TA24 8TW
Works to trees in a conservation area: felling of 7no. trees.
Status: Undecided | Type: Trees | Council: Exmoor | Date: 2026-03-20
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- Church of All Saints, Selworthy, TA24 8TR
Works to trees in conservation area: T1 - Yew. Crown raise, on eastern side only, by way of limb reduction (approximately 2m). T2 - Lawson Cypress reduction in height of the tree by half.
Status: Permitted | Council: Exmoor | Date: 2024-08-26
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- SELWORTHY FARM, SELWORTHY, MINEHEAD, TA24 8TL
Listed building consent for the proposed rebuild of gable wall at west elevation, repointing of walls, reinforcement to timber roof structure and re-roof, repair or reinstatement of rainwater goods, j
Status: Conditions | Type: Heritage | Council: Exmoor | Date: 2024-01-09
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A brief summary of Selworthy in Somerset

Property prices in Selworthy show an average sale price of £351,190, 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 Selworthy a particularly low-crime area.

Selworthy has 3 conservation areas within its boundaries: Allerford, Selworthy, Luccombe. Planning applications within or near these conservation areas 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 Selworthy includes 1 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Exmoor Coastal Heaths SSSI; 2 Ancient Woodland sites; 2 Special Areas of Conservation (SAC): Exmoor Heaths; 1 National Parks: EXMOOR. 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 Selworthy

In the last 24 months, 2 planning applications were submitted near Selworthy. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 45 days.

This is notably above the national average of approximately 87%, suggesting a relatively permissive planning environment. Applicants near Selworthy may find that well-prepared applications have a strong chance of success.

The average decision time of 45 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Selworthy were tree works (1). The significant number of tree-related applications is typical for areas with mature tree cover or active tree preservation orders.

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