How long do planning decisions take near Yarde?

The average planning decision time near Yarde is 70 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 Yarde?

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

What types of planning applications are most common near Yarde?

The most common type of planning application near Yarde is discharge of conditions, with 1 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Yarde?

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Yarde, Somerset Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Yarde, Somerset.

Somerset · England · settlement

Planning applications in Yarde 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 Yarde

Nettlecombe is a civil parish located in Somerset, England, nestled below the Brendon Hills. It encompasses a rural landscape that includes the hamlets of Beggearn Huish, Torre, Woodford, and Yarde, along with several individual farms and residences. As of the 2021 census, the parish had a population of 426, making it a small but vibrant community for those interested in planning applications in the area.

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £281,799 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: Somerset
Parliamentary constituency: Tiverton and Minehead
LSOA: Somerset West and Taunton 003E

Crime Statistics

2 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Crime Breakdown

anti-social-behaviour: 1
criminal-damage-arson: 1

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Yarde.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Yarde based on the last 24 months of planning data.

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A brief summary of Yarde in Somerset

Property prices in Yarde show an average sale price of £281,799, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry.

Neighbourhood safety in Yarde is generally good, with just 2 crimes reported in the most recent period.

Ecology & Nature Designations

The area around Yarde 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 Yarde

In the last 24 months, 1 planning applications were submitted near Yarde. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 70 days.

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

At 70 days on average, decisions near Yarde slightly exceed the 8-week statutory target for minor applications, though this is common across many councils.

The most common application types near Yarde were discharge of conditions (1).

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