Stoughton Cross, Somerset Planning Applications
Recent planning applications near Stoughton Cross, Somerset.
Somerset · England · settlement
About Stoughton Cross
Wedmore is a prominent village and civil parish in Somerset, England, located on elevated terrain within the scenic Somerset Levels, nestled between the River Axe and River Brue. The parish includes the main villages of Wedmore, Blackford, and Theale, alongside 17 hamlets, such as Stoughton Cross and Mudgley. With a population of 3,318 as recorded in the 2011 census, Wedmore offers a diverse community and a rich landscape, making it an important area for planning applications and local development.
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Area Information
- Admin district: Somerset
- Parliamentary constituency: Wells and Mendip Hills
- LSOA: Sedgemoor 003C
Crime Statistics
0 crimes reported in 2026-02.
Flood Risk
No active flood warnings near Stoughton Cross.
Keyword Scorecard
Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Stoughton Cross.
- Ecology & Wildlife Constraints (keywords: bats, bat survey, bat roost, great crested newt, GCN...)
- Trees & Landscape (keywords: tree preservation order, TPO, arboricultural, tree survey, root protection area...)
- Flood & Drainage (keywords: flood zone 2, flood zone 3, flood risk assessment, FRA, surface water...)
- Heritage & Conservation (keywords: listed building, grade II, grade II*, grade I, conservation area...)
- Green Belt (keywords: green belt, inappropriate development, very special circumstances, openness)
- Highways & Access (keywords: visibility splays, highway authority objection, access arrangement, parking provision, transport statement...)
- Refusal & Risk Indicators (keywords: refusal, delegated refusal, appeal dismissed, overdevelopment, character and appearance...)
- Planning Process & Appeals (keywords: appeal lodged, appeal allowed, appeal dismissed, public inquiry, inspector)
Planning Activity Summary
Approval rates, average decision times, and application type distribution for Stoughton Cross based on the last 24 months of planning data.
Nearby Applications
2 planning applications found near Stoughton Cross.
- - Land And Agricultural Building Near To, Stoughton Cross, Wedmore, BS28 4QR
Variation of Condition 1 of Planning Permission 50/25/00083 (Variation of Condition 2 of Planning Permission 50/22/00024 (Demolition of existing outbuilding, erection of 1no. detached dwelling and gar
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Sedgemoor | Date: 2026-03-19
View full details - - Land And Agricultural Building Near To, Stoughton Cross, Wedmore, BS28 4QR
Erection of a two-storey detached dwelling and garage with associated works, including the demolition of an existing outbuilding.
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Sedgemoor | Date: 2025-04-16
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A brief summary of Stoughton Cross in Somerset
Wedmore is a prominent village and civil parish in Somerset, England, located on elevated terrain within the scenic Somerset Levels, nestled between the River Axe and River Brue. The parish includes the main villages of Wedmore, Blackford, and Theale, alongside 17 hamlets, such as Stoughton Cross and Mudgley. With a population of 3,318 as recorded in the 2011 census, Wedmore offers a diverse community and a rich landscape, making it an important area for planning applications and local development.
There were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period. This makes Stoughton Cross a particularly low-crime area.
Stoughton Cross has one conservation area within its boundaries: Wedmore. Planning applications within or near this conservation area are subject to additional scrutiny to preserve the architectural and historic character of the area. Homeowners and developers should be aware that permitted development rights may be restricted.
For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Stoughton Cross 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.
Planning Activity in Stoughton Cross
In the last 24 months, 5 planning applications were submitted near Stoughton Cross. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 33 days.
This is notably above the national average of approximately 87%, suggesting a relatively permissive planning environment. Applicants near Stoughton Cross may find that well-prepared applications have a strong chance of success.
The average decision time of 33 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.
The most common application types near Stoughton Cross were full planning applications (4), other applications (1). Full planning applications account for 80% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.
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Related Planning Guides
- What Is Planning Permission in the UK? — Planning permission is the formal approval you need from your local council before making certain changes to a building or piece of land.
- What Is Permitted Development? — Permitted development rights allow certain building works and changes of use without the need to apply for planning permission.
- How Long Does Planning Permission Take? — Typical timelines for planning permission decisions in the UK, from submission to approval, and what can cause delays.