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Planning in Old Cleeve

Only 7 decisions near Old Cleeve in the last 2 years, too few to judge an approval rate.

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

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About Old Cleeve

Old Cleeve is a historic village and civil parish located 5 miles southeast of Minehead in Somerset, encompassing 2,092 hectares. The parish includes the villages of Old Cleeve, Roadwater, and Washford, along with several hamlets, and about half of its area lies within the scenic Exmoor National Park. With a population of 1,672 as of 2011, the village has a rich history dating back to the early 13th century, featuring notable structures like its town hall built in 1727 and a church originally established in 1694. The settlement has a population of approximately 1,684 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Somerset West and Taunton district.

Old Cleeve covers an area of approximately 20.9 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 Old Cleeve show an average sale price of £301,320, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Old Cleeve 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 Old Cleeve a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Old Cleeve has 2 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Old Cleeve 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 Old Cleeve, 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, 10 planning applications were submitted near Old Cleeve.

The most common types were full planning applications (2), listed building and heritage (2), tree works (2).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Old Cleeve?
In the last 24 months, 10 planning applications were submitted near Old Cleeve.
What types of planning applications are most common near Old Cleeve?
The most common type of planning application near Old Cleeve is full planning applications, with 2 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Old Cleeve?
You can search and track planning applications near Old Cleeve on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.