West Camel, Somerset Planning Applications
Recent planning applications near West Camel, Somerset.
Somerset · England · settlement
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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Town Insights
Property Prices
Average property sale price: £247,510 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).
Area Information
- Admin district: Somerset
- Parliamentary constituency: Yeovil
- LSOA: South Somerset 020C
Crime Statistics
3 crimes reported in 2026-02.
Crime Breakdown
- violent-crime: 3
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
1 planning application found near West Camel.
- - 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
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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.
Property prices in West Camel show an average sale price of £247,510, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry.
Neighbourhood safety in West Camel is generally good, with just 3 crimes reported in the most recent period.
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.
For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, West Camel 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 West Camel
In the last 24 months, 2 planning applications were submitted near West Camel. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 24 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 24 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 outline applications (1), other applications (1).
Nearby Towns
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