How long do planning decisions take near Walpole?

The average planning decision time near Walpole is 21 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 Walpole?

The planning approval rate near Walpole is 100%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Walpole?

The most common type of planning application near Walpole is full planning applications, with 1 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Walpole?

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Walpole, Somerset Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Walpole, Somerset.

Somerset · England · settlement

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About Walpole

Dunball is a quaint hamlet located to the west of Puriton, near the town of Bridgwater in Somerset, England. Its proximity to Bridgwater makes it a noteworthy area for planning applications, particularly for developments that may impact the surrounding communities.

District: Pawlett

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £277,478 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: Somerset
Parliamentary constituency: Bridgwater
LSOA: Sedgemoor 014J

Crime Statistics

16 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Crime Breakdown

criminal-damage-arson: 3
public-order: 3
anti-social-behaviour: 2
burglary: 2
violent-crime: 2
other-theft: 1
possession-of-weapons: 1
shoplifting: 1
other-crime: 1

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Walpole.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Walpole based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

2 planning applications found near Walpole.

- 6 Walpole Cottages, Bristol Road, Walpole, Bridgwater, Somerset, TA6 4TF
Certificate of Lawfulness for the existing use of sewage treatment plant and drainage pipes servicing. No. 5 Walpole, located to the rear of the garden belonging to No. 6 Walpole.
Status: Permitted | Type: Amendment | Council: Sedgemoor | Date: 2026-03-26
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- Land North West Of Dunball Roundabout West Of, Bristol Road, Dunball, Bridgwater, Somerset
Electric Vehicle charging hub and associated works.
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Sedgemoor | Date: 2026-02-11
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A brief summary of Walpole in Somerset

Property prices in Walpole show an average sale price of £277,478, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry.

There were 16 crimes reported in the Walpole area during the most recent period, a moderate level that is broadly in line with similar-sized settlements.

Ecology & Nature Designations

The area around Walpole includes 1 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Bridgwater Bay SSSI; 1 Special Areas of Conservation (SAC): Severn Estuary; 1 Special Protection Areas (SPA): Severn Estuary; 1 Ramsar Wetland Sites: Severn Estuary. 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 Walpole

In the last 24 months, 4 planning applications were submitted near Walpole. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 21 days.

This is notably above the national average of approximately 87%, suggesting a relatively permissive planning environment. Applicants near Walpole may find that well-prepared applications have a strong chance of success.

The average decision time of 21 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Walpole were full planning applications (1), outline applications (1), amendments (1). Full planning applications account for 25% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

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

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