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Planning in Sparkford

Approved
88%
14 of 15 decided
Decision time
about 8 weeks
on average

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

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Around Sparkford

Postcode districts

BA22 219 applications in the last 12 monthsBA10 78 applications in the last 12 months

Applications in each district in the last 12 months.

Planning authority: Somerset Council

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About Sparkford

Sparkford is a charming village and civil parish located in Somerset, England, encompassing the nearby village of Weston Bampfylde. Its picturesque setting and community characteristics make it a noteworthy area for planning applications and local developments. The settlement has a population of approximately 728 (2021 estimate). It sits within the South Somerset district.

Property prices in Sparkford show an average sale price of £300,196, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Sparkford 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 Sparkford a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Sparkford has 3 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Sparkford 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 Sparkford, 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, 17 planning applications were submitted near Sparkford. Of these, 88% were approved, with an average decision time of 55 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (5), tree works (4), outline applications (2). 1 large-scale development was submitted during this period.

2 planning appeals were lodged, of which 0 were allowed and 2 were dismissed (0% success rate).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Sparkford?
In the last 24 months, 17 planning applications were submitted near Sparkford. The approval rate is 88%.
How long do planning decisions take near Sparkford?
The average planning decision time near Sparkford is 55 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 Sparkford?
The planning approval rate near Sparkford is 88%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Sparkford?
The most common type of planning application near Sparkford is full planning applications, with 5 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Sparkford?
You can search and track planning applications near Sparkford on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.