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18 applications received or decided in the last 90 days · within 1 km of the centre of Cheddar · updated daily · Somerset Council

Showing 1 to 5 of 18 · received or decided in the last 90 days

38 Wideatts Road, Cheddar, Somerset, BS27 3ATAwaiting decisionConstruction of a gravel drive to the front of the propertyFull Planning PermissionReceived 21 Oct 202617/26/00051
Cheltenham And Gloucester Building Society, Union Street, Cheddar, Somerset, BS27 3NAAwaiting decisionConversion & extension to existing building to create 4No. dwellings.Full Planning PermissionReceived 20 Oct 202617/26/00045
Trelawney, Tweentown, Cheddar, Somerset, BS27 3JBAwaiting decisionErection of a single-storey rear extension.Full Planning PermissionReceived 16 Oct 202617/26/00040
Land To The West Of Hollywood House, Hannay Road, Cheddar, Somerset, BS27 3BTAwaiting decisionErection of 6no. detached dwellings with new road.Full Planning PermissionReceived 9 Oct 202617/26/00035
29 Round Oak Grove, Cheddar, Somerset, BS27 3BWApprovedCrown reduce 1No. Oak (T1) (TPO Ref T1) on one side previously reduced back to previous pruning points.Works to TreesReceived 24 Sep 2026Decided 9 Nov 202617/26/00062

Planning in Cheddar

Approved: 89%; 31 of 33 decided
Decision time: about 7 weeks; on average

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

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BS27 50 applications in the last 12 months

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About Cheddar

Cheddar is a significant village and civil parish located in Somerset, positioned on the southern edge of the Mendip Hills. Approximately 9 miles northwest of Wells and 18 miles southwest of Bristol, it encompasses the hamlets of Nyland and Bradley Cross. With a population of 5,755 recorded in 2011 and covering 8,592 acres, Cheddar offers a unique setting for planning applications, reflecting both its rural charm and proximity to larger urban centres. The settlement has a population of approximately 6,264 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Sedgemoor district.

Cheddar covers an area of approximately 34.8 km². The surrounding landscape and character of the area play an important role in how planning applications are assessed by the local authority.

Property prices in Cheddar show an average sale price of £360,479, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Cheddar 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 Cheddar a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Cheddar has 9 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Cheddar 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. Further local information can be found on the community website at http://www.cheddarvillage.co.uk.

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To comment on or object to a planning application near Cheddar, 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, 42 planning applications were submitted near Cheddar. Of these, 89% were approved, with an average decision time of 49 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (12), outline applications (7), tree works (3).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Cheddar?

In the last 24 months, 42 planning applications were submitted near Cheddar. The approval rate is 89%.

How long do planning decisions take near Cheddar?

The average planning decision time near Cheddar is 49 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 Cheddar?

The planning approval rate near Cheddar is 89%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Cheddar?

The most common type of planning application near Cheddar is full planning applications, with 12 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Cheddar?

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