How long do planning decisions take near Trull?

The average planning decision time near Trull is 41 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 Trull?

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

What types of planning applications are most common near Trull?

The most common type of planning application near Trull is full planning applications, with 7 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Trull?

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Trull, Somerset Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Trull, Somerset.

Somerset · England · settlement

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About Trull

Trull is a village and civil parish located near Taunton in Somerset, England, encompassing the areas of Dipford and Staplehay. With a population of 2,288, it serves as an electoral ward, making it a key locality for those researching planning applications in the region.

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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 016E

Crime Statistics

21 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Crime Breakdown

violent-crime: 10
anti-social-behaviour: 3
other-theft: 2
shoplifting: 2
burglary: 1
criminal-damage-arson: 1
drugs: 1
other-crime: 1

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Trull.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Trull based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

4 planning applications found near Trull.

- 22 Queens Drive, Taunton
Application to carry out management works (lateral crown-reduction) to one 'cherry plum' included in Taunton Deane Borough (Taunton No.5) Tree Preservation Order 1991 at 22 Queens Drive, Taunton (TD52
Status: Undecided | Type: Trees | Council: Taunton Deane | Date: 2026-04-08
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- 15 Trull Green Drive, Trull
Application for a Non-Material Amendment to application 42/25/0001 for changes to roof of existing garage to be flat with roof light, rotation of roof lanterns and additional of 2 No. roof lights in l
Status: Conditions | Type: Amendment | Council: Taunton Deane | Date: 2026-02-03
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- 10 QUEENS DRIVE TAUNTON TA1 4XW
Erection of porch to front, bin store and car port with formation of hardstanding at 10 Queens Drive, Taunton
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Taunton Deane | Date: 2026-01-08
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- Edgecumbe, 6 Church Road, Trull
Application to carry out management works to two lime trees included in Taunton Deane Borough (Trull No.1) Tree Preservation Order 1996 at Edgecumbe, 6 Church Road, Trull (TD666)
Status: Conditions | Type: Trees | Council: Taunton Deane | Date: 2023-07-21
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A brief summary of Trull in Somerset

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

The Trull area recorded 21 crimes in the most recent reporting period. As with any urban or suburban area, prospective residents may wish to review the detailed crime breakdown for further context.

Trull has 5 conservation areas within its boundaries: Mount Street and Vivary Park, Taunton, Trull Village, Haines Hill and Trull Road, The Crescent, Taunton, Fons George, Taunton. 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 Trull

In the last 24 months, 14 planning applications were submitted near Trull. Of these, 50% were approved, with an average decision time of 41 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 Trull.

The average decision time of 41 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Trull were full planning applications (7), tree works (5), amendments (2). Full planning applications account for 50% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

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