How long do planning decisions take near West Mudford?

The average planning decision time near West Mudford is 78 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 West Mudford?

The planning approval rate near West Mudford is 67%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near West Mudford?

The most common type of planning application near West Mudford is amendment applications, with 2 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near West Mudford?

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West Mudford, Somerset Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near West Mudford, Somerset.

Somerset · England · settlement

Planning applications in West Mudford 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 Mudford

West Mudford is a charming village located in the parish of Mudford, Somerset, approximately 3 miles from Yeovil, along the River Yeo. With a small population of 696, the parish also encompasses the hamlets of Mudford Sock and Up Mudford, making it a quaint area for potential planning applications and developments.

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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 014D

Crime Statistics

3 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Crime Breakdown

criminal-damage-arson: 2
violent-crime: 1

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near West Mudford.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Mudford based on the last 24 months of planning data.

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A brief summary of West Mudford in Somerset

Property prices in West Mudford show an average sale price of £247,510, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry.

Neighbourhood safety in West Mudford is generally good, with just 3 crimes reported in the most recent period.

Ecology & Nature Designations

The area around West Mudford 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 Mudford

In the last 24 months, 4 planning applications were submitted near West Mudford. Of these, 67% were approved, with an average decision time of 78 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 West Mudford.

The average decision period of 78 days exceeds the 8-week target for minor applications but falls within the 13-week target for major schemes. Applicants should plan for approximately 12 weeks from submission to decision.

The most common application types near West Mudford were amendments (2), full planning applications (1), listed building and heritage (1).

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