How long do planning decisions take near Thurlbear?

The average planning decision time near Thurlbear is 141 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 Thurlbear?

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

What types of planning applications are most common near Thurlbear?

The most common type of planning application near Thurlbear is full planning applications, with 2 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Thurlbear?

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Thurlbear, Somerset Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Thurlbear, Somerset.

Somerset · England · settlement

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About Thurlbear

Orchard Portman is a quaint village and civil parish located just 2 miles south of Taunton in Somerset, England, with a small population of around 150 residents. This charming community may attract interest for planning applications due to its close proximity to a larger urban centre and its potential for development within a rural setting.

District: Orchard Portman

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £281,799 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: Somerset
Parliamentary constituency: Taunton and Wellington
LSOA: Somerset West and Taunton 019A

Crime Statistics

3 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Crime Breakdown

burglary: 3

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Thurlbear.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Thurlbear based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

3 planning applications found near Thurlbear.

- Stoke Court Farm, Ash Road, Stoke St Mary
Erection of a log cabin to be used as a temporary dwelling at Stoke Court Farm, Ash Road, Stoke St Mary
Status: Rejected | Type: Full | Council: Taunton Deane | Date: 2025-10-29
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- STOKE COURT ASH ROAD STOKE ST MARY TAUNTON TA3 5BS
External repairs/alterations at Stoke Court, Ash Road, Stoke St Mary
Status: Conditions | Type: Heritage | Council: Taunton Deane | Date: 2025-04-28
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- 285 Greenway Cottages, Thurlbear Road, Orchard Portman
Demolition of rear lean to extension and erection of a two storey extension to the side and rear and single storey extension to the rear, erection of porch to the front and construction of retaining w
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Taunton Deane | Date: 2025-01-07
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A brief summary of Thurlbear in Somerset

Property prices in Thurlbear show an average sale price of £281,799, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry.

Neighbourhood safety in Thurlbear is generally good, with just 3 crimes reported in the most recent period.

Ecology & Nature Designations

The area around Thurlbear includes 1 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Thurlbear Wood and Quarrylands SSSI; 6 Ancient Woodland sites; 1 Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB): Blackdown Hills. 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 Thurlbear

In the last 24 months, 3 planning applications were submitted near Thurlbear. Of these, 0% were approved, with an average decision time of 141 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 Thurlbear.

With an average of 141 days, decisions near Thurlbear take longer than the statutory targets. Applicants should budget for a 5-month timeline and consider pre-application discussions to avoid delays.

The most common application types near Thurlbear were full planning applications (2), listed building and heritage (1). Full planning applications account for 67% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

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