Blackford (BS28), Somerset Planning Applications
Recent planning applications near Blackford (BS28), Somerset.
Somerset · England · settlement
Planning applications in Blackford (BS28) 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 Blackford (BS28)
Blackford is a village located within the civil parish of Compton Pauncefoot in Somerset, England. Situated alongside the A303 road, it lies approximately 4 miles southwest of Wincanton. Notably, there are two other locations named Blackford in Somerset: one near Wedmore and a small hamlet in Selworthy parish, positioned between Porlock and Minehead. This information may be pertinent for those considering planning applications in the area.
District: Compton Pauncefoot
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Town Insights
Property Prices
Average property sale price: £636,688 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).
Area Information
- Admin district: Somerset
- Parliamentary constituency: Wells and Mendip Hills
- LSOA: Sedgemoor 003B
Crime Statistics
0 crimes reported in 2026-05.
Flood Risk
No active flood warnings near Blackford (BS28).
Keyword Scorecard
Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Blackford (BS28).
- 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 Blackford (BS28) based on the last 24 months of planning data.
Nearby Applications
5 planning applications found near Blackford (BS28).
- - Sparkmoor Farm, Blackford Road, Wedmore, Somerset, BS28
Change of Use & conversion of existing barn to 1No. dwelling house, including installation of solar PV panels & flue.
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Sedgemoor | Date: 2026-03-26
View full details - - Sunnydale, Redmans Hill, Blackford, Wedmore, Somerset, BS28 4NQ
Removal of existing plaster soffits and replacement with plywood soffits.
Status: Permitted | Type: Heritage | Council: Sedgemoor | Date: 2026-02-19
View full details - - Yew Tree House, High Street, Blackford, Wedmore, Somerset, BS28 4NN
Proposed alterations and repair work to the house and outbuilding including repairs and replacement of windows, doors, roof fabric, flashing, rainwater goods, external wall render and floor.
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Sedgemoor | Date: 2026-02-10
View full details - - Yew Tree House, High Street, Blackford, Wedmore, Somerset, BS28 4NN
Proposed alterations and repair work to the house and outbuilding including repairs and replacement of windows, doors, roof fabric, flashing, rainwater goods, external wall render and floor
Status: Permitted | Type: Heritage | Council: Sedgemoor | Date: 2026-02-10
View full details - - The Chestnuts, Wellsway, Blackford, Wedmore, Somerset, BS28 4NE
Variation of Condition 2 of Planning Permission 50/23/00057 (Erection of two storey extension to the North East elevation with associated works.) to amend the plans listed in schedule A.
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Sedgemoor | Date: 2025-03-07
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A brief summary of Blackford (BS28) in Somerset
Blackford is a village located within the civil parish of Compton Pauncefoot in Somerset, England. Situated alongside the A303 road, it lies approximately 4 miles southwest of Wincanton. Notably, there are two other locations named Blackford in Somerset: one near Wedmore and a small hamlet in Selworthy parish, positioned between Porlock and Minehead. This information may be pertinent for those considering planning applications in the area. It sits within the Compton Pauncefoot district.
Property prices in Blackford (BS28) show an average sale price of £636,688, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry.
There were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period. This makes Blackford (BS28) a particularly low-crime area.
Ecology & Nature Designations
The area around Blackford (BS28) includes 1 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Tealham and Tadham Moors SSSI; 1 Special Protection Areas (SPA): Somerset Levels & Moors; 1 Ramsar Wetland Sites: Somerset Levels & Moors. 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 Blackford (BS28)
In the last 24 months, 10 planning applications were submitted near Blackford (BS28). Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 42 days.
This is notably above the national average of approximately 87%, suggesting a relatively permissive planning environment. Applicants near Blackford (BS28) may find that well-prepared applications have a strong chance of success.
The average decision time of 42 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.
The most common application types near Blackford (BS28) were full planning applications (4), listed building and heritage (3), outline applications (2). Full planning applications account for 40% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.
In terms of development scale, 2 medium-scale applications, 8 smaller schemes were submitted.
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Related Planning Guides
- What Is Planning Permission in the UK? — Planning permission is the formal approval you need from your local council before making certain changes to a building or piece of land.
- What Is Permitted Development? — Permitted development rights allow certain building works and changes of use without the need to apply for planning permission.
- How Long Does Planning Permission Take? — Typical timelines for planning permission decisions in the UK, from submission to approval, and what can cause delays.