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Planning in Sutton Bingham

Approved
100%
21 of 21 decided
Decision time
about 5 weeks
on average

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

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About Sutton Bingham

Sutton Bingham is a settlement located in Somerset, England.

There are currently no active flood warnings for the Sutton Bingham 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 Sutton Bingham a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Sutton Bingham has 2 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Sutton Bingham 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 Sutton Bingham, 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, 22 planning applications were submitted near Sutton Bingham. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 33 days.

The most common types were tree works (8), listed building and heritage (3), discharge of conditions (3).

1 planning appeal was lodged, of which 0 were allowed and 1 was dismissed (0% success rate).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Sutton Bingham?
In the last 24 months, 22 planning applications were submitted near Sutton Bingham. The approval rate is 100%.
How long do planning decisions take near Sutton Bingham?
The average planning decision time near Sutton Bingham is 33 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 Sutton Bingham?
The planning approval rate near Sutton Bingham is 100%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Sutton Bingham?
The most common type of planning application near Sutton Bingham is tree works applications, with 8 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Sutton Bingham?
You can search and track planning applications near Sutton Bingham on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.