West Camel, Somerset Planning Applications
Recent planning applications near West Camel, Somerset.
Somerset · England · settlement
Planning applications in West Camel 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 West Camel
West Camel is a quaint village and civil parish located in south Somerset, approximately 7 miles north of Yeovil. Nestled along the River Cam and just south of the A303, it has a population of 459 and encompasses the hamlet of Urgashay. The area is surrounded by neighboring villages such as Queen Camel and Bridgehampton, making it a picturesque spot for potential planning applications.
Population: 449 (2021)
District: South Somerset
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Area Information
- Admin district: Somerset
- Parliamentary constituency: Glastonbury and Somerton
- LSOA: South Somerset 006B
Crime Statistics
0 crimes reported in 2026-05.
Flood Risk
No active flood warnings near West Camel.
Keyword Scorecard
Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near West Camel.
- 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 West Camel based on the last 24 months of planning data.
Nearby Applications
31 planning applications found near West Camel.
- - The Old Rectory Parsonage Road West Camel Yeovil Somerset BA22 7QB
Installation of EV vehicle charger within the curtilage of a Grade 2* building
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: South Somerset | Date: 2026-06-10
View full details - - Greystones Keep Street West Camel Yeovil Somerset BA22 7QP
Discharge of Condition No. 9 (Lighting for Bats) of Planning Application 22/01997/HOU.
Status: Conditions | Type: Conditions | Council: South Somerset | Date: 2023-06-15
View full details - - Greystones Keep Street West Camel Yeovil Somerset BA22 7QP
Discharge of Conditions No. 6 (Ecology) and No. 8 (Birds) of Planning Application 22/01997/HOU.
Status: Undecided | Type: Conditions | Council: South Somerset | Date: 2023-04-26
View full details - - Greystones Keep Street West Camel Yeovil Somerset BA22 7QP
Discharge of Condition No.05 (Bat License) of planning application 22/01997/HOU
Status: Undecided | Type: Conditions | Council: South Somerset | Date: 2023-04-21
View full details - - The Hollies Plowage Lane West Camel Yeovil Somerset BA22 7QS
Discharge of Condition No. 6 (CEMP) of Planning Application 22/02131/HOU.
Status: Conditions | Type: Conditions | Council: South Somerset | Date: 2023-02-17
View full details - - Greystones Keep Street West Camel Yeovil Somerset BA22 7QP
Discharge of Condition No. 7 (Roosting Provision) of Planning Application 22/01997/HOU.
Status: Undecided | Type: Conditions | Council: South Somerset | Date: 2023-02-02
View full details - - Greystones Keep Street West Camel Yeovil Somerset BA22 7QP
Demolition of part garage, two storey side extension with 8 rooflights and rear dormer.
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: South Somerset | Date: 2022-07-06
View full details - - Greystones Keep Street West Camel Yeovil Somerset BA22 7QP
Part demolition of garage/annexe and construction of 2 x holiday cabin dwellings.
Status: Withdrawn | Type: Full | Council: South Somerset | Date: 2020-11-02
View full details - - The Hollies Plowage Lane West Camel Yeovil BA22 7QS
Discharge of conditions No.03 (materials), No.06 (hard and soft landscaping), No.08 (lighting for bats), No.09 (bat and bird boxes), No.10 (electric charging point) and No.14 (surface water) of planni
Status: Permitted | Type: Conditions | Council: South Somerset | Date: 2020-07-31
View full details - - The Hollies Plowage Lane West Camel Yeovil Somerset BA22 7QS
The erection of a dwelling with garage and formation of new vehicular access.
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: South Somerset | Date: 2019-05-20
View full details - - Land At Southmead South Street West Camel Yeovil Somerset
Application for the erection of 4 no. terrace houses and 2 no. semi-detached houses (Outline application with all matters reserved).
Status: Withdrawn | Type: Outline | Council: South Somerset | Date: 2018-08-08
View full details - - Slowcourt Manor Bridgehampton Yeovil Somerset BA22 8HG
Internal alterations to include removal of copper in the existing scullery room and converting the room into a utility room and a washroom.
Status: Conditions | Type: Heritage | Council: South Somerset | Date: 2017-01-27
View full details - - Slow Court Farmhouse Bridgehampton Yeovil Somerset BA22 8HG
Application for the revocation of the Section 106 agreement dated 30th November 2011 between SSDC and Jennifer Mary Down and Anne Susan Down relating to approval 11/00250/FUL (removal of temporary res
Status: Permitted | Type: Conditions | Council: South Somerset | Date: 2017-01-24
View full details - - Slowcourt Manor Bridgehampton Yeovil Somerset BA22 8HG
Replacement of 7 window frames on the east and rear elevations of dwellinghouse (GR:357058/124582)
Status: Conditions | Type: Heritage | Council: South Somerset | Date: 2016-01-22
View full details - - Plot 6 Land At South Street West Camel Yeovil Somerset
The erection of a detached dwelling with garage, Plot 6. (Reserved Matters approval of outline planning permission 15/00600/OUT with respect to appearance, landscaping, layout, scale and means of acce
Status: Conditions | Type: Outline | Council: South Somerset | Date: 2016-01-14
View full details - - 7 Southmead West Camel Yeovil Somerset BA22 7QQ
Replace defective concrete cladding/walling with load bearing reconstituted stone to match adjoining properties - retrospective (GR 357460/124456)
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: South Somerset | Date: 2015-01-23
View full details - - Slowcourt Farm Bridgehampton Yeovil Somerset BA22 8HG
Erection of a three bay agricultural building (GR 357027/124542).
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: South Somerset | Date: 2014-08-14
View full details - - Slowcourt Manor Bridgehampton Yeovil Somerset BA22 8HG
Alterations and change of use of agricultural outbuildings to domestic, to house biomass boiler and provide additional garaging and storage. Change of use of a parcel of land to garden.( GR 357058/124
Status: Conditions | Type: Heritage | Council: South Somerset | Date: 2014-05-07
View full details - - Slowcourt Manor Bridgehampton Yeovil Somerset BA22 8HG
Removal of cement board partition forming bathroom wall and installation of new studwork wall and new door in revised position together with the reinstatement of first floor window (GR: 357058/124582)
Status: Conditions | Type: Heritage | Council: South Somerset | Date: 2014-04-28
View full details - - Slowcourt Manor Bridgehampton Yeovil Somerset BA22 8HG
Repair/replacement of windows on south elevation of dwellinghouse (GR:357058/124582)
Status: Conditions | Type: Heritage | Council: South Somerset | Date: 2013-09-02
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A brief summary of West Camel in Somerset
West Camel is a quaint village and civil parish located in south Somerset, approximately 7 miles north of Yeovil. Nestled along the River Cam and just south of the A303, it has a population of 459 and encompasses the hamlet of Urgashay. The area is surrounded by neighboring villages such as Queen Camel and Bridgehampton, making it a picturesque spot for potential planning applications. The settlement has a population of approximately 449 (2021 estimate). It sits within the South Somerset district.
There were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period. This makes West Camel a particularly low-crime area.
West Camel has one conservation area within its boundaries: West Camel. Planning applications within or near this conservation area 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.
Ecology & Nature Designations
The area around West Camel includes 1 Ancient Woodland site. 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 West Camel
In the last 24 months, 6 planning applications were submitted near West Camel. 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 West Camel 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 West Camel were full planning applications (2), other applications (2), outline applications (1). Full planning applications account for 33% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.
4 planning appeals were lodged, of which 0 were allowed and 4 were dismissed (0% success rate). This low success rate indicates that the council's refusal decisions are generally upheld by the Planning Inspectorate.
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