Bridgwater, Somerset Planning Applications
Recent planning applications near Bridgwater, Somerset.
Somerset · England · Town
Planning applications in Bridgwater 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 Bridgwater
Bridgwater is a historic market town and civil parish in Somerset, England, with a population of 41,276 as of the 2021 census. Nestled at the edge of the Somerset Levels and straddling the River Parrett, it has served as a significant inland port and trading hub since the industrial revolution, with much of its industrial heritage still intact. Bridgwater is well-connected to the nearby town of Taunton through a canal, the M5 motorway, and the Bristol–Exeter railway line, making it an important area for planning applications related to development and infrastructure.
Population: 38,310 (2021)
District: Sedgemoor
Website: http://www.pipm.net/
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Town Insights
Property Prices
Average property sale price: £277,478 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).
Area Information
- Admin district: Somerset
- Parliamentary constituency: Bridgwater
- LSOA: Sedgemoor 010G
Crime Statistics
0 crimes reported in 2026-02.
Flood Risk
No active flood warnings near Bridgwater.
Keyword Scorecard
Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Bridgwater.
- 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 Bridgwater based on the last 24 months of planning data.
Nearby Applications
22 planning applications found near Bridgwater.
- - 90 Barclay Street, Bridgwater, Somerset, TA6 5HP
Certificate of Lawfulness for the ..... proposed change of use from Single Family Dwelling (Class C3) to 6 Person HMO (Class C4).
Status: Permitted | Type: Outline | Council: Sedgemoor | Date: 2026-05-18
View full details - - 73 Bath Road, Bridgwater, Somerset, TA6 4PH
Change of use of public house (Sui Generis) to convenience shop (Class E).
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Sedgemoor | Date: 2026-04-27
View full details - - 29 Eastover, Bridgwater, Somerset, TA6 5AW
Installation of extract duct to rear of building.
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Sedgemoor | Date: 2026-04-20
View full details - - 38 Bath Road, Bridgwater, Somerset, TA6 4PQ
Application to determine if prior approval is required for a proposed: Change of Use from Commercial, Business and Service (Use class E) to 1 No. Dwellinghouse (Use Class C3).
Status: Permitted | Type: Outline | Council: Sedgemoor | Date: 2026-04-15
View full details - - Unit E, Bridgwater Retail Park, The Leggar, Bridgwater, Somerset, TA6 4AB
Erection of 105sqm mezzanine extension for veterinary use.
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Sedgemoor | Date: 2026-03-26
View full details - - 29 Eastover, Bridgwater, Somerset, TA6 5AW
Erection of a 2no. bedroom flat at roof level
Status: Withdrawn | Type: Full | Council: Sedgemoor | Date: 2026-03-25
View full details - - 47 Church Street, Bridgwater, Somerset, TA6 5AT
Erection of 3No. flats including parking, on site of garage block (to be demolished).
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Sedgemoor | Date: 2026-03-09
View full details - - Unit B3, Bridgwater Retail Park, The Leggar, Bridgwater, Somerset, TA6 4AB
Change of use within Class E to use as a 24 hour gym, installation of plant to the West elevation, replacement of entrance door on the South elevation and associated external works.
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Sedgemoor | Date: 2026-02-26
View full details - - 19 Church Street, Bridgwater, Somerset, TA6 5AT
Certificate of lawfulness for the proposed conversion of a C3 property into a C4 House of Multiple Occupancy (6 bedrooms for single occupancy) Communal kitchen and living areas. Ensuites to all rooms.
Status: Permitted | Type: Outline | Council: Sedgemoor | Date: 2026-01-26
View full details - - 127 Bristol Road, Bridgwater, Somerset, TA6 4AX
Change of use from 6 Person HMO (Class C4) to a 9 Person HMO (Sui Generis HMO)
Status: Rejected | Type: Full | Council: Sedgemoor | Date: 2026-01-22
View full details - - REAR OF, 47-49 Eastover, Bridgwater, Somerset, TA6 5AW
Installation of 8No. air conditioning condenser units to the West elevation of the rear of the building (Retrospective).
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Sedgemoor | Date: 2026-01-22
View full details - - MERCURE BRIDGWATER HOTEL, 56-66 Eastover, Bridgwater, Somerset, TA6 5AR
Variation of Conditions 2 & 8 of Planning Permission 08/24/00046 (Variation of Condition 2 of Planning Permission Application No. 08/23/00169 (Erection of five storey extension to the West elevation f
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Sedgemoor | Date: 2026-01-09
View full details - - 15 Eastover, Bridgwater, Somerset, TA6 5AG
Application to determine if prior approval is required for a proposed: Change of use of the first and second floors from Class E ancillary space to residential (C3) to form 2No. self-contained flats (
Status: Permitted | Type: Outline | Council: Sedgemoor | Date: 2025-11-26
View full details - - 6-8 Monmouth Street, Bridgwater, Somerset, TA6 5EJ
Erection of 3no. dwellings.
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Sedgemoor | Date: 2025-08-19
View full details - - 83-85 Bath Road, Bridgwater, Somerset, TA6 4PN
Variation of Condition 2 of Planning Permission Application No. 08/17/00172 (Erection of 10no. dwellings and creation of associated access and parking, on site of existing buildings (to be demolished)
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Sedgemoor | Date: 2025-07-22
View full details - - Kingdom Hall Of Jehovahs Witnesses, Quantock Terrace, Bridgwater, Somerset, TA6 4BA
Infill of existing storm porch creating glazed lobby, external A/C condenser units, upgrade of external finishes, PV panels to roof, new signage (non-illuminated).
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Sedgemoor | Date: 2025-04-16
View full details - - 61 Eastover, Bridgwater, Somerset, TA6 5AP
Change of use and redevelopment of storage building to form 1No. dwelling, including replacement of existing mono pitched roof with dual pitch hipped roof, installation of 2No. rooflights, erection of
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Sedgemoor | Date: 2025-01-23
View full details - - J Sainsbury Plc, 4 The Leggar, Bridgwater, Somerset, TA6 4AB
Variation of Conditions 1 & 2 of Planning Permission 08/23/00222 (Erection of plant and associated acoustic barrier in existing service yard (part retrospective).) to amend approved plans listed in sc
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Sedgemoor | Date: 2024-08-23
View full details - - Electronic Telecommunications Apparatus, Bailey Street, Bridgwater, Somerset, TA6
Notice of intent to install fixed line broadband electronic communications apparatus, comprising 1No. 11m medium wooden pole and 1No. 12m medium wooden pole. Ref: WFKN6T7K
Status: Permitted | Type: Telecoms | Council: Sedgemoor | Date: 2024-04-12
View full details - - Cafe And Premises, Bridgwater Bus And Coach Station, Carvers Road, Bridgwater, Somerset, TA6 5AT
Retrospective Application for the installation of a fascia sign.
Status: Permitted | Type: Advertising | Council: Sedgemoor | Date: 2024-03-15
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A brief summary of Bridgwater in Somerset
Bridgwater is a historic market town and civil parish in Somerset, England, with a population of 41,276 as of the 2021 census. Nestled at the edge of the Somerset Levels and straddling the River Parrett, it has served as a significant inland port and trading hub since the industrial revolution, with much of its industrial heritage still intact. Bridgwater is well-connected to the nearby town of Taunton through a canal, the M5 motorway, and the Bristol–Exeter railway line, making it an important area for planning applications related to development and infrastructure. The Town has a population of approximately 38,310 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Sedgemoor district.
Property prices in Bridgwater show an average sale price of £277,478, 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 Bridgwater a particularly low-crime area.
Bridgwater has 2 conservation areas within its boundaries: Bridgwater Central Area and Dock, Bridgwater St John's. Planning applications within or near these conservation areas are subject to additional scrutiny to preserve the architectural and historic character of the area. Homeowners and developers should be aware that permitted development rights may be restricted.
For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Bridgwater planning applications can be searched by entering a local postcode above. Further local information can be found on the community website at http://www.pipm.net/. 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.
Planning Activity in Bridgwater
In the last 24 months, 58 planning applications were submitted near Bridgwater. Of these, 93% were approved, with an average decision time of 32 days.
This is notably above the national average of approximately 87%, suggesting a relatively permissive planning environment. Applicants near Bridgwater may find that well-prepared applications have a strong chance of success.
The average decision time of 32 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.
The most common application types near Bridgwater were full planning applications (28), outline applications (9), telecoms (8). Full planning applications account for 48% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.
In terms of development scale, 5 medium-scale applications, 53 smaller schemes were submitted. The absence of major applications suggests the area is primarily characterised by smaller-scale improvements and extensions rather than large new developments.
Application Outcomes
- Approved: 54 applications
- Refused: 2 applications
- Withdrawn: 2 applications
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