How long do planning decisions take near Whitestaunton?

The average planning decision time near Whitestaunton is 36 days. The statutory target is 8 weeks (56 days) for minor applications and 13 weeks for major applications.

What types of planning applications are most common near Whitestaunton?

The most common type of planning application near Whitestaunton is listed building consent applications, with 1 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Whitestaunton?

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Whitestaunton, Somerset Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Whitestaunton, Somerset.

Somerset · England · settlement

Planning applications in Whitestaunton 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 Whitestaunton

Whitestaunton is a village and civil parish located in Somerset, England, which also encompasses the hamlet of Northay. Historically referred to as Staunton until the 14th century, this area may present various opportunities and considerations for planning applications related to its development and community infrastructure.

Population: 300 (2021)

District: South Somerset

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £306,510 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: Somerset
Parliamentary constituency: Yeovil
LSOA: South Somerset 024D

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Whitestaunton.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Whitestaunton based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

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A brief summary of Whitestaunton in Somerset

Property prices in Whitestaunton show an average sale price of £306,510, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry.

There were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period. This makes Whitestaunton a particularly low-crime area.

Whitestaunton has one conservation area within its boundaries: Whitestaunton. 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 Whitestaunton includes 1 Ancient Woodland site; 1 Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB): Blackdown Hills. 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 Whitestaunton

In the last 24 months, 1 planning applications were submitted near Whitestaunton. The average decision time was 36 days.

The average decision time of 36 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Whitestaunton were listed building and heritage (1). The high proportion of heritage applications reflects the historic character of the area and the presence of listed buildings or conservation areas nearby.

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