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Planning activity
106
95% approval
Approval rate
95%
88 of 91 decided
Decision speed
~6 wks
average time to decision

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Planning data sourced from Somerset council planning portal · Statistics based on the last 24 months

Frequently asked questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Summerlands?
In the last 24 months, 106 planning applications were submitted near Summerlands. The approval rate is 95%.
How long do planning decisions take near Summerlands?
The average planning decision time near Summerlands is 45 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 Summerlands?
The planning approval rate near Summerlands is 95%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Summerlands?
The most common type of planning application near Summerlands is tree works applications, with 27 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Summerlands?
You can search and track planning applications near Summerlands on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.

About Summerlands - Planning Applications & Local Development

Summerlands is a settlement located in Somerset, England.

Property prices in Summerlands 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 Summerlands 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 Summerlands a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Summerlands has 1 nature designation nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Summerlands 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 Summerlands, visit the local authority's planning portal directly. Planning Signal links to the original council submission for every application listed above.

In the last 24 months, 106 planning applications were submitted near Summerlands. Of these, 95% were approved, with an average decision time of 45 days.

The most common types were tree works (27), full planning applications (25), amendments (18). 3 large-scale developments were submitted during this period.

17 planning appeals were lodged, of which 9 were allowed and 7 were dismissed (56% success rate).