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Planning in Shipham

Approved
87%
20 of 21 decided
Decision time
about 6 weeks
on average

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

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About Shipham

Shipham is a quaint village and civil parish located in Somerset, England, positioned on the western edge of the scenic Mendip Hills and approximately 15 miles south of Bristol along the A38. The parish encompasses the village of Rowberrow and the hamlet of Star, with a population of 1,087 recorded in the 2011 census. This picturesque setting may present various planning opportunities for development and community enhancement.

There are currently no active flood warnings for the Shipham 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 Shipham a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Shipham has 7 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Shipham 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.

To comment on or object to a planning application near Shipham, 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, 25 planning applications were submitted near Shipham. Of these, 87% were approved, with an average decision time of 39 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (14), amendments (4), outline applications (3). 1 large-scale development was submitted during this period.

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Shipham?
In the last 24 months, 25 planning applications were submitted near Shipham. The approval rate is 87%.
How long do planning decisions take near Shipham?
The average planning decision time near Shipham is 39 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 Shipham?
The planning approval rate near Shipham is 87%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Shipham?
The most common type of planning application near Shipham is full planning applications, with 14 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Shipham?
You can search and track planning applications near Shipham on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.