How long do planning decisions take near Stowell?

The average planning decision time near Stowell is 55 days. The statutory target is 8 weeks (56 days) for minor applications and 13 weeks for major applications.

What types of planning applications are most common near Stowell?

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

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Stowell, Somerset Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Stowell, Somerset.

Somerset · England · settlement

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About Stowell

Charlton Horethorne is a village and civil parish located in Somerset, England, approximately 5 miles southwest of Wincanton and northeast of Sherborne in Dorset. The parish has a population of 591 and encompasses the nearby area of Stowell, making it a relevant consideration for those researching planning applications in the region.

District: Charlton Horethorne

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £364,849 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: Somerset
Parliamentary constituency: Glastonbury and Somerton
LSOA: South Somerset 005A

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Stowell.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Stowell based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

3 planning applications found near Stowell.

- South Farm Stowell Lane Charlton Horethorne Sherborne Dorset DT9 4PD
Notification of intent to erect a new Agricultural shed - roof over existing silage clamp.
Status: Undecided | Type: Other | Council: South Somerset | Date: 2026-05-05
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- Dragon Manor Farm Stowell Lane Charlton Horethorne Sherborne Dorset DT9 4PD
Discharge of Conditions No. 3 (CEMP), No. 4 (Surface Water Drainage), No. 5 (Hard and Soft Landscaping), No. 6 (HMMP), No. 7 (BEMP), No. 9 (Access and Highways Drainage), No. 11 (Lighting), No. 13 (Ba
Status: Undecided | Type: Conditions | Council: South Somerset | Date: 2026-02-25
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- The Barns Stowell Road Charlton Horethorne Sherborne Dorset DT9 4PD
First-floor and ground-floor extension to dwelling to incorporate the roadside barn connecting it directly to the main house. Creation of a covered courtyard winter garden and conversion of the barn t
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: South Somerset | Date: 2025-09-04
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A brief summary of Stowell in Somerset

Property prices in Stowell show an average sale price of £364,849, 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 Stowell a particularly low-crime area.

Ecology & Nature Designations

The area around Stowell includes 1 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Laycock Railway Cutting SSSI; 5 Ancient Woodland sites. 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 Stowell

In the last 24 months, 3 planning applications were submitted near Stowell. The average decision time was 55 days.

The average decision time of 55 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Stowell were full planning applications (1), discharge of conditions (1), other applications (1). Full planning applications account for 33% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

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