How long do planning decisions take near Templecombe?

The average planning decision time near Templecombe is 51 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 Templecombe?

The planning approval rate near Templecombe is 0%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Templecombe?

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

How can I track planning applications near Templecombe?

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Templecombe, Somerset Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Templecombe, Somerset.

Somerset · England · settlement

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About Templecombe

Templecombe is a village located in Somerset, England, along the A357 road, approximately five miles south of Wincanton and 12 miles east of Yeovil. Nestled in the picturesque Blackmore Vale, it offers a tranquil setting for potential planning applications in the area.

Population: 1,657

District: Abbas and Templecombe

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £342,763 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: Somerset
Parliamentary constituency: Glastonbury and Somerton
LSOA: South Somerset 008A

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Templecombe.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Templecombe based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

5 planning applications found near Templecombe.

- Land At Slades Hill Templecombe Somerset BA8 0HE
S73A Application to vary Condition 01 (approved plans) for minor amendments relating to planning permission 21/00046/REM; Reserved matters application of appearance, landscaping, layout and scale, fol
Status: Undecided | Type: Amendment | Council: South Somerset | Date: 2026-02-23
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- Station Yard Station Road Templecombe Somerset BA8 0JR
S73 Application to remove Condition 04 (parking) and to vary Condition 05 (management plan) relating to planning consent 25/00331/FUL; Change of use of land from Class E to B8 for the siting of 42 shi
Status: Conditions | Type: Amendment | Council: South Somerset | Date: 2025-04-23
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- 13 The Hamlet Templecombe Somerset BA8 0HJ
Application to carry out tree surgery works to No.01 tree within the South Somerset District Council (ABTE 1) 2019 Tree Preservation Order
Status: Conditions | Type: Trees | Council: South Somerset | Date: 2023-12-29
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- Field View Church Hill Templecombe Somerset BA8 0HG
The erection of garage.
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: South Somerset | Date: 2023-11-10
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- 2 Manor Close Templecombe Somerset BA8 0LA
Erection of an additional garage attached to dwelling, formation of an additional driveway and access
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: South Somerset | Date: 2023-04-27
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A brief summary of Templecombe in Somerset

Property prices in Templecombe show an average sale price of £342,763, 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 Templecombe a particularly low-crime area.

Templecombe has one conservation area within its boundaries: Horsington. 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 Templecombe includes 4 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 Templecombe

In the last 24 months, 4 planning applications were submitted near Templecombe. Of these, 0% were approved, with an average decision time of 51 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 Templecombe.

The average decision time of 51 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Templecombe were amendments (3), discharge of conditions (1).

In terms of development scale, 1 large-scale (major) development, 3 smaller schemes were submitted.

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