How long do planning decisions take near Wigborough?

The average planning decision time near Wigborough is 6 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 Wigborough?

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

What types of planning applications are most common near Wigborough?

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

How can I track planning applications near Wigborough?

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Wigborough, Somerset Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Wigborough, Somerset.

Somerset · England · settlement

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District: South Petherton

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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

1 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Crime Breakdown

criminal-damage-arson: 1

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Wigborough.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Wigborough based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

1 planning application found near Wigborough.

- Yeabridge Farm Yeabridge South Petherton Somerset TA13 5LW
Notification of intent to erect an agricultural building for storage of agricultural machinery, hay, straw and associated agricultural materials
Status: Permitted | Type: Other | Council: South Somerset | Date: 2026-04-21
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A brief summary of Wigborough in Somerset

Wigborough is a settlement located in Somerset, England. It sits within the South Petherton district.

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

Neighbourhood safety in Wigborough is generally good, with just 1 crimes reported in the most recent period.

Wigborough has one conservation area within its boundaries: South Petherton. 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.

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Planning Activity in Wigborough

In the last 24 months, 3 planning applications were submitted near Wigborough. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 6 days.

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

The average decision time of 6 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

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

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