How long do planning decisions take near Watergore?

The average planning decision time near Watergore is 27 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 Watergore?

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

What types of planning applications are most common near Watergore?

The most common type of planning application near Watergore is other, with 2 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Watergore?

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Watergore, Somerset Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Watergore, Somerset.

Somerset · England · settlement

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £416,857 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: Somerset
Parliamentary constituency: Yeovil
LSOA: South Somerset 010D

Crime Statistics

10 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Crime Breakdown

violent-crime: 6
criminal-damage-arson: 1
other-theft: 1
vehicle-crime: 1
other-crime: 1

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Watergore.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Watergore based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

1 planning application found near Watergore.

- Methodist Church Over Stratton South Petherton Somerset TA13 5LG
Discharge of Conditions No. 3 (Allocation Certificate), No. 5 (House Martin Nest Cup) and No. 9 (Windows) of Planning Application 21/02314/FUL.
Status: Conditions | Type: Conditions | Council: South Somerset | Date: 2025-04-25
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A brief summary of Watergore in Somerset

Watergore is a settlement located in Somerset, England.

Property prices in Watergore show an average sale price of £416,857, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry.

There were 10 crimes reported in the Watergore area during the most recent period, a moderate level that is broadly in line with similar-sized settlements.

Watergore has 2 conservation areas within its boundaries: Lopen, South Petherton. 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.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Watergore planning applications can be searched by entering a local postcode above. Results include full application details, decision status, and the ability to track applications over time and set planning alerts to help you monitor and review pending planning applications.

Planning Activity in Watergore

In the last 24 months, 5 planning applications were submitted near Watergore. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 27 days.

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

The average decision time of 27 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Watergore were other applications (2), outline applications (1), discharge of conditions (1).

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