How long do planning decisions take near Woodford (TA4)?

The average planning decision time near Woodford (TA4) is 60 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 Woodford (TA4)?

The planning approval rate near Woodford (TA4) is 100%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Woodford (TA4)?

The most common type of planning application near Woodford (TA4) is listed building consent applications, with 2 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Woodford (TA4)?

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Woodford (TA4), Somerset Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Woodford (TA4), Somerset.

Somerset · England · settlement

Planning applications in Woodford (TA4) 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 Woodford (TA4)

Woodford is a quaint hamlet located within the civil parish of Nettlecombe in Somerset, nestled beneath the scenic Brendon Hills. This rural area encompasses several small hamlets, including Beggearn Huish, Torre, and Yarde, along with a number of individual farms and homes. As of the 2021 census, Nettlecombe had a population of 426, making it a small but vibrant community for potential planning applications.

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Area Information

Admin district: Somerset
Parliamentary constituency: Tiverton and Minehead
LSOA: Somerset West and Taunton 006D

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-05.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Woodford (TA4).

Keyword Scorecard

Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Woodford (TA4).

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 Woodford (TA4) based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

1 planning application found near Woodford (TA4).

- Garages adjacent to Brook Lea & Hillside, Woodford, Williton, Taunton, TA4 4HR
Discharge of condition 3 (Roofing) of approved application 6/24/25/001
Status: Permitted | Type: Conditions | Council: Exmoor | Date: 2025-10-29
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A brief summary of Woodford (TA4) in Somerset

There were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period. This makes Woodford (TA4) a particularly low-crime area.

Ecology & Nature Designations

The area around Woodford (TA4) includes 1 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Nettlecombe Park SSSI; 1 Ancient Woodland site; 1 National Parks: EXMOOR. 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 Woodford (TA4)

In the last 24 months, 4 planning applications were submitted near Woodford (TA4). Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 60 days.

This is notably above the national average of approximately 87%, suggesting a relatively permissive planning environment. Applicants near Woodford (TA4) may find that well-prepared applications have a strong chance of success.

At 60 days on average, decisions near Woodford (TA4) slightly exceed the 8-week statutory target for minor applications, though this is common across many councils.

The most common application types near Woodford (TA4) were listed building and heritage (2), full planning applications (1), discharge of conditions (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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