Search Axbridge planning applications
25 applications received or decided in the last 12 months · within 1 km of the centre of Axbridge · updated daily · Somerset Council
Only 8 applications in the last 90 days, so this shows the last 12 months.
- Frys Hill Radio Station, Frys Hill, Axbridge, Somerset, BS26 2DWAwaiting decisionApplication to determine if prior approval is required for a proposed: Back-up generator, AMF panel and all ancillary developmentTelecommunications DeterminationReceived 2 Nov 202602/26/00022
- The Court, St Marys Street, Axbridge, BS26 2BNApprovedCrown thin 1No. Holm Oak (T1) by 30% and shortening the tips by 1m leaving the tree approx. final height/spread of 18m. Crown reduce 1No. Horse Chestnut (T2) by up to a maximum of 1.5m leaving the tree approx. final height/spread of 8m.Works to Trees in Conservation AreaReceived 7 Oct 2026Decided 10 Nov 202602/26/00021
- Walnut Farm, Portmeade Drove, Axbridge, Somerset, BS26 2BAAwaiting decisionRemoval of condition 7 on Planning Permission 02/87/00029: The occupation of the dwelling shall be limited to a person solely or mainly employed or, being no longer employed, was last employed in the locality in agriculture as defined in Section 290 (1) of the Town & Country Planning Act 1971, or in forestry (including any dependants of such persons residing with him) or a widow or widower of such a person.Full Planning PermissionReceived 28 Sep 202602/26/00016
- THE DOWLINGS, St Marys Street, Axbridge, BS26 2BNApprovedDemolition of conservatory and replacement with proposed single story rear extension.Full Planning PermissionReceived 21 Aug 2026Decided 14 Oct 202602/26/00018
- 27 Orchard Road, Axbridge, Somerset, BS26 2DBApprovedSingle storey rear extensionFull Planning PermissionReceived 31 Jul 2026Decided 9 Sep 202602/26/00015
Planning in Axbridge
- Approved
- 94%
- 47 of 49 decided
- Decision time
- about 7 weeks
- on average
Applications within 1 km of the centre of Axbridge in the last 24 months, from Somerset Council's planning register.
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Around Axbridge
Postcode districts
BS26 58 applications in the last 12 months
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About Axbridge
Axbridge is a historic town located in Somerset, England, along the River Axe, and nestled near the southern boundary of the Mendip Hills. As of the 2011 census, the town had a population of 2,057, making it a small yet vibrant community that may be of interest for planning applications in the region. The settlement has a population of approximately 1,997 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Sedgemoor district.
Property prices in Axbridge show an average sale price of £388,916, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Axbridge 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 Axbridge a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.
The area around Axbridge has 11 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.
For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Axbridge 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.
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In the last 24 months, 52 planning applications were submitted near Axbridge. Of these, 94% were approved, with an average decision time of 51 days.
The most common types were full planning applications (19), tree works (12), telecoms (6). 2 large-scale developments were submitted during this period.