How long do planning decisions take near Thorne Coffin?

The average planning decision time near Thorne Coffin is 57 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 Thorne Coffin?

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

What types of planning applications are most common near Thorne Coffin?

The most common type of planning application near Thorne Coffin is tree works applications, with 3 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Thorne Coffin?

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Thorne Coffin, Somerset Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Thorne Coffin, Somerset.

Somerset · England · settlement

Planning applications in Thorne Coffin are administered by Bath And North East Somerset Council. View the full Bath And North East Somerset Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.

About Thorne Coffin

Brympton is a civil parish and electoral ward located on the north-west edge of Yeovil in Somerset, England, with a population of 7,308. The area encompasses the western part of Yeovil, featuring key sites like the Huish Park stadium, home to Yeovil Town F.C., as well as the hamlets of Brympton D'Evercy, Lufton, Thorne Coffin, Alvington, and part of Chilthorne Domer. Previously part of the South Somerset district from 1974 until 2023, Brympton presents a blend of urban and rural planning opportunities.

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £247,510 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: Somerset
Parliamentary constituency: Yeovil
LSOA: South Somerset 012F

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Thorne Coffin.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Thorne Coffin based on the last 24 months of planning data.

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A brief summary of Thorne Coffin in Somerset

Property prices in Thorne Coffin show an average sale price of £247,510, 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 Thorne Coffin a particularly low-crime area.

Thorne Coffin has 2 conservation areas within its boundaries: Alvington, Thorne Coffin. Planning applications within or near these conservation areas 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.

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Planning Activity in Thorne Coffin

In the last 24 months, 3 planning applications were submitted near Thorne Coffin. Of these, 0% were approved, with an average decision time of 57 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 Thorne Coffin.

At 57 days on average, decisions near Thorne Coffin slightly exceed the 8-week statutory target for minor applications, though this is common across many councils.

The most common application types near Thorne Coffin were tree works (3). The significant number of tree-related applications is typical for areas with mature tree cover or active tree preservation orders.

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