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Planning in South Petherton

Approved
93%
25 of 26 decided
Decision time
about 5 weeks
on average

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

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About South Petherton

South Petherton is a sizeable village and civil parish in Somerset, England, situated 5 miles east of Ilminster and north of Crewkerne. With a population of 3,737 as of 2021, the parish encompasses the smaller village of Over Stratton and several hamlets, including Compton Durville, Drayton, Wigborough, and Yeabridge. The River Parrett marks its eastern boundary, making it well-connected to nearby areas such as East Lambrook, Martock, and Lopen. This vibrant community presents various opportunities for planning applications across its diverse landscape. The settlement has a population of approximately 3,737 (2021 estimate). It sits within the South Somerset district.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, South Petherton 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. Further local information can be found on the community website at https://southpethertonparishcouncil.gov.uk/.

To comment on or object to a planning application near South Petherton, 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, 38 planning applications were submitted near South Petherton. Of these, 93% were approved, with an average decision time of 36 days.

The most common types were tree works (4), amendments (3), full planning applications (2). 1 large-scale development was submitted during this period.

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near South Petherton?
In the last 24 months, 38 planning applications were submitted near South Petherton. The approval rate is 93%.
How long do planning decisions take near South Petherton?
The average planning decision time near South Petherton is 36 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 South Petherton?
The planning approval rate near South Petherton is 93%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near South Petherton?
The most common type of planning application near South Petherton is tree works applications, with 4 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near South Petherton?
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