Skip to content

Fivehead, Somerset Planning Applications

Track every planning application and planning permission decision near Fivehead, Somerset. Browse by postcode, view live status and get free email alerts for new developments.

Somerset
England
View council

Unlock the full intelligence for Fivehead

Approval trends, decision speed, local context and nearby professional activity. Free with an account.

Planning data sourced from Somerset council planning portal · Statistics based on the last 24 months

About Fivehead - Planning Applications & Local Development

Fivehead is a picturesque village and civil parish in Somerset, England, located along the Fivehead River, approximately 8 miles east of Taunton. As of the 2011 census, the parish, which also encompasses the hamlet of Swell, had a population of 609 residents. This charming community may present various planning opportunities within its scenic landscape. The other has a population of approximately 608 (2021 estimate). It sits within the South Somerset district.

Property prices in Fivehead show an average sale price of £341,828, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Fivehead 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 (May 2026). This makes Fivehead a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Fivehead has 6 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Fivehead 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 Fivehead, visit the local authority's planning portal directly. Planning Signal links to the original council submission for every application listed above.