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Planning in Ashwick

Only 3 decisions near Ashwick in the last 2 years, too few to judge an approval rate.

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Ashwick in the last 24 months, from Somerset Council's planning register.

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About Ashwick

Ashwick is a village located in Somerset, England, approximately three miles north of Shepton Mallet and seven miles east of Wells. Established as a civil parish in 1826, it has a population of 1,352 as of the 2011 census. The parish encompasses Ashwick village, along with Gurney Slade, notable for its limestone quarry, and Oakhill, making it an area of interest for potential planning applications. The settlement has a population of approximately 1,376 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Mendip district.

There are currently no active flood warnings for the Ashwick area, indicating a relatively low flood risk at present. This is a positive factor for both existing residents and those considering property purchases or new developments.

In terms of safety, there were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period (September 2026). This makes Ashwick a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Ashwick has 4 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Ashwick planning applications can be searched by entering a local postcode above. Results include full application details, decision status, and the ability to track applications over time and set planning alerts to help you monitor and review pending planning applications.

To comment on or object to a planning application near Ashwick, open it in the list above: each one links to the council's own page for it and shows any comment deadline.

In the last 24 months, 12 planning applications were submitted near Ashwick.

The most common types were tree works (3), discharge of conditions (2), outline applications (1).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Ashwick?
In the last 24 months, 12 planning applications were submitted near Ashwick.
What types of planning applications are most common near Ashwick?
The most common type of planning application near Ashwick is tree works applications, with 3 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Ashwick?
You can search and track planning applications near Ashwick on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.