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Planning in Merridge

Only 1 decision near Merridge in the last 2 years, too few to judge an approval rate.

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

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About Merridge

Merridge is a quaint village located within the civil parish of Spaxton, nestled in the scenic Quantock Hills of Somerset, South West England. Situated approximately 5 miles west of Bridgwater, the parish includes other small settlements such as Charlynch and Gothelney Green. As of the 2021 census, Spaxton parish had a population of 1,051, making it a closely-knit community that may be relevant for those researching planning applications in the area.

Property prices in Merridge show an average sale price of £289,209, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Merridge 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 Merridge a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Merridge has 8 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Merridge 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.

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To comment on or object to a planning application near Merridge, 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, 1 planning application was submitted near Merridge.

The most common types were full planning applications (1).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Merridge?
In the last 24 months, 1 planning application was submitted near Merridge.
What types of planning applications are most common near Merridge?
The most common type of planning application near Merridge is full planning applications, with 1 submission in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Merridge?
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