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Planning in Dowlish Wake

Only 4 decisions near Dowlish Wake in the last 2 years, too few to judge an approval rate.

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

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About Dowlish Wake

Dowlish Wake is a quaint village and civil parish located in Somerset, England, just 2 miles south of Ilminster and 5 miles northeast of Chard. With a population of 277, the village features charming thatched houses and the local pub, the New Inn. Notably, the post office in Dowlish Wake has been closed since 1991, which may influence local planning considerations. The settlement has a population of approximately 287 (2021 estimate). It sits within the South Somerset district.

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

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Dowlish Wake 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 Dowlish Wake, 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, 5 planning applications were submitted near Dowlish Wake.

The most common types were tree works (3).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Dowlish Wake?
In the last 24 months, 5 planning applications were submitted near Dowlish Wake.
What types of planning applications are most common near Dowlish Wake?
The most common type of planning application near Dowlish Wake is tree works applications, with 3 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Dowlish Wake?
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