How long do planning decisions take near Andersea?

The average planning decision time near Andersea is 46 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 Andersea?

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

What types of planning applications are most common near Andersea?

The most common type of planning application near Andersea is full planning applications, with 3 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Andersea?

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Andersea, Somerset Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Andersea, Somerset.

Somerset · England · settlement

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About Andersea

Westonzoyland is a village and civil parish located in Somerset, England, approximately 4 miles (6.4 km) southeast of Bridgwater. Nestled within the Somerset Levels, this area presents unique planning opportunities and considerations due to its geographical features and proximity to larger towns.

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £263,504 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: Somerset
Parliamentary constituency: Bridgwater
LSOA: Sedgemoor 006D

Crime Statistics

5 crimes reported in 2026-03.

Crime Breakdown

anti-social-behaviour: 2
other-theft: 1
robbery: 1
violent-crime: 1

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Andersea.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Andersea based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

5 planning applications found near Andersea.

- Riverside Cottage, Andersea Road, Westonzoyland, Bridgwater, Somerset, TA7 0LU
Single storey extension, first floor extension, porch & carport
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Sedgemoor | Date: 2025-12-15
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- Riverside Cottage, Andersea Road, Westonzoyland, Bridgwater, Somerset, TA7 0LU
Single storey extension, First floor extension, porch & carport.
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Sedgemoor | Date: 2025-03-31
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- Electronic Telecommunicatons Apparatus adjoining, area around, Little Moor Road, Fordgate, Bridgwater, TA7
Notice of intent to install fourteen telecommunication poles.
Status: Permitted | Type: Telecoms | Council: Sedgemoor | Date: 2023-11-15
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- Electronic Communications Apparatus on Land at, Northmoor Farm, Road Through Fordgate, Fordgate, Bridgwater, Somerset, TA7
Notice of intent to install 1no. 10m wooden pole at the above location. Ref.: CKQ829WW.
Status: Permitted | Type: Telecoms | Council: Sedgemoor | Date: 2022-11-15
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- Riding Arena At, Moorland Court Farm, Moorland, Bridgwater, Somerset, TA7 0AN
Variation of Condition 3 of Planning Permission 37/14/00100 (Formation of a 25m x 40m outdoor riding arena) to allow use by pony riding club.
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Sedgemoor | Date: 2022-05-10
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A brief summary of Andersea in Somerset

Property prices in Andersea show an average sale price of £263,504, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry.

Neighbourhood safety in Andersea is generally good, with just 5 crimes reported in the most recent period.

Ecology & Nature Designations

The area around Andersea includes 2 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Langmead and Weston Level SSSI, North Moor SSSI. 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 Andersea

In the last 24 months, 3 planning applications were submitted near Andersea. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 46 days.

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

The average decision time of 46 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Andersea were full planning applications (3). Full planning applications account for 100% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

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