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Planning in Skilgate

Only 9 decisions near Skilgate in the last 2 years, too few to judge an approval rate.

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

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About Skilgate

Skilgate is a small village and civil parish located in Somerset, England, approximately 5 miles east of Dulverton and 8 miles west of Wiveliscombe. With a population of just 96 residents, this quaint community may present unique opportunities and considerations for planning applications in the area. The settlement has a population of approximately 117 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Somerset West and Taunton district.

Property prices in Skilgate show an average sale price of £341,828, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Skilgate 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 Skilgate a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Skilgate has 16 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

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

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To comment on or object to a planning application near Skilgate, 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, 10 planning applications were submitted near Skilgate.

The most common types were full planning applications (4), outline applications (3), listed building and heritage (1).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Skilgate?
In the last 24 months, 10 planning applications were submitted near Skilgate.
What types of planning applications are most common near Skilgate?
The most common type of planning application near Skilgate is full planning applications, with 4 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Skilgate?
You can search and track planning applications near Skilgate on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.