How long do planning decisions take near Taunton?

The average planning decision time near Taunton 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 Taunton?

The planning approval rate near Taunton is 50%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Taunton?

The most common type of planning application near Taunton is full planning applications, with 3 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Taunton?

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Taunton, Greater Manchester Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Taunton, Greater Manchester.

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Planning applications in Taunton are administered by Tameside Metropolitan Borough Council. View the full Tameside Metropolitan Borough Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.

About Taunton

Taunton, the county town of Somerset, England, boasts a rich history that spans over a thousand years. Originally established as a monastic foundation in the 10th century, it evolved into a market town featuring the notable Taunton Castle, which dates back to the 12th century and now houses the Museum of Somerset and the Somerset Military Museum. The town was also a significant site during historical uprisings, including the failed Monmouth Rebellion in 1685, marking it as an area of interest for planning applications related to heritage and tourism development.

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £341,828 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: Tameside
Parliamentary constituency: Ashton-under-Lyne
LSOA: Tameside 005A

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-05.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Taunton.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Taunton based on the last 24 months of planning data.

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A brief summary of Taunton in Greater Manchester

Property prices in Taunton show an average sale price of £341,828, 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 Taunton a particularly low-crime area.

Taunton has one conservation area within its boundaries: No data available for publication by HE. Planning applications within or near this conservation area are subject to additional scrutiny to preserve the architectural and historic character of the area. Homeowners and developers should be aware that permitted development rights may be restricted.

Ecology & Nature Designations

The area around Taunton includes 1 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Hollinwood Branch Canal SSSI; 3 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 Taunton

In the last 24 months, 22 planning applications were submitted near Taunton. Of these, 50% were approved, with an average decision time of 33 days.

This is below the national average of approximately 87%, which may reflect stricter local policies, sensitivity of the area, or higher levels of speculative applications. Pre-application advice is particularly worthwhile near Taunton.

The average decision time of 33 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Taunton were full planning applications (3), outline applications (3), discharge of conditions (3). Full planning applications account for 14% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

In terms of development scale, 3 medium-scale applications, 11 smaller schemes were submitted.

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