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Planning in Spaxton

Only 8 decisions near Spaxton in the last 2 years, too few to judge an approval rate.

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

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About Spaxton

Spaxton is a quaint village and civil parish located in the Quantocks of Somerset, approximately 5 miles west of Bridgwater. It encompasses several smaller settlements, including Charlynch, Courtway, Four Forks, Gothelney Green, Merridge, and Splatt. As of the 2021 census, the parish had a population of 1,051, making it a small yet vibrant community for potential planning applications. The settlement has a population of approximately 1,051 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Sedgemoor district.

Property prices in Spaxton 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 Spaxton 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 Spaxton a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

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

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

The most common types were full planning applications (5), other applications (2).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Spaxton?
In the last 24 months, 10 planning applications were submitted near Spaxton.
What types of planning applications are most common near Spaxton?
The most common type of planning application near Spaxton is full planning applications, with 5 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Spaxton?
You can search and track planning applications near Spaxton on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.