Search Higher Vexford planning applications
2 applications on record · within 1 km of the centre of Higher Vexford · updated daily · Somerset Council
Only 1 application in the last 90 days, so this shows every one we hold.
- Apple Tree House, Sheepstealing Lane, Elworthy, Bishops Lydeard, Taunton, TA4 3QFAwaiting decisionConversion and extension of existing outbuilding to habitable accommodation and connection to dwellingReceived 13 Oct 20263/31/26/015
- Apple Tree House, Sheepstealing Lane, Elworthy, Bishops Lydeard, Taunton, TA4 3QFApprovedErection of single storey extension to the rear elevationFull Planning PermissionReceived 17 Mar 2026Decided 6 May 20263/31/26/008
Planning in Higher Vexford
Only 1 decision near Higher Vexford in the last 2 years, too few to judge an approval rate.
Applications within 1 km of the centre of Higher Vexford in the last 24 months, from Somerset Council's planning register.
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Around Higher Vexford
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TA4 83 applications in the last 12 months
Applications in each district in the last 12 months.
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About Higher Vexford
Higher Vexford is a hamlet located within the civil parish of Stogumber in Somerset, England, nestled on the eastern slopes of the Brendon Hills. The parish encompasses several other hamlets, including Ashbeer, Capton, and Kingswood, providing a rural setting that may be of interest for planning applications. Additionally, Stogumber village lies along the Samaritans Way South West, highlighting the area's accessibility and community connection.
There are currently no active flood warnings for the Higher Vexford 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 Higher Vexford a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.
The area around Higher Vexford has 1 nature designation nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.
For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Higher Vexford 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 Higher Vexford, 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, 2 planning applications were submitted near Higher Vexford.
The most common types were full planning applications (1).