Webbington, Somerset Planning Applications
Recent planning applications near Webbington, Somerset.
Somerset · England · settlement
About Webbington
Compton Bishop is a quaint village and civil parish situated at the western edge of the Mendip Hills in Somerset. Close to the historic town of Axbridge, it encompasses the village of Cross and the hamlets of Rackley and Webbington, forming the parish of Compton Bishop and Cross. This area is ideal for those researching planning applications, given its unique blend of rural charm and proximity to historic sites.
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Town Insights
Property Prices
Average property sale price: £417,945 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).
Area Information
- Admin district: Somerset
- Parliamentary constituency: Wells and Mendip Hills
- LSOA: Sedgemoor 002C
Crime Statistics
4 crimes reported in 2026-02.
Crime Breakdown
- public-order: 2
- anti-social-behaviour: 1
- vehicle-crime: 1
Flood Risk
No active flood warnings near Webbington.
Keyword Scorecard
Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Webbington.
- 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 Webbington based on the last 24 months of planning data.
Nearby Applications
4 planning applications found near Webbington.
- - The Cottage, Kennel Lane, Webbington, Axbridge, Somerset, BS26 2HS
Erection of single storey extension to the rear.
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Sedgemoor | Date: 2026-04-23
View full details - - The Cottage, Kennel Lane, Webbington, Axbridge, Somerset, BS26 2HS
Erection of single storey extension to the rear.
Status: Permitted | Type: Heritage | Council: Sedgemoor | Date: 2026-04-23
View full details - - Peak Barn, Webbington Road, Compton Bishop, Axbridge, Somerset, BS26 2HW
Retrospective application for the mixed use of Shepherds Hut as holiday let and ancillary residential accommodation.
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Sedgemoor | Date: 2024-04-18
View full details - - Southridge, Webbington Road, Compton Bishop, Axbridge, Somerset, BS26 2HW
Erection of a store room on site of existing shed.
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Sedgemoor | Date: 2020-05-15
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A brief summary of Webbington in Somerset
Compton Bishop is a quaint village and civil parish situated at the western edge of the Mendip Hills in Somerset. Close to the historic town of Axbridge, it encompasses the village of Cross and the hamlets of Rackley and Webbington, forming the parish of Compton Bishop and Cross. This area is ideal for those researching planning applications, given its unique blend of rural charm and proximity to historic sites.
Property prices in Webbington show an average sale price of £417,945, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry.
Neighbourhood safety in Webbington is generally good, with just 4 crimes reported in the most recent period.
Webbington has 2 conservation areas within its boundaries: Christon, Loxton. Planning applications within or near these conservation areas 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.
Ecology & Nature Designations
The area around Webbington includes 1 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Crook Peak to Shute Shelve Hill SSSI; 1 Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB): Mendip Hills; 1 Special Areas of Conservation (SAC): Mendip Limestone Grasslands. These designations may affect planning decisions, as proposals near protected sites require environmental impact assessment and may face additional restrictions.
For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Webbington 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 Webbington
In the last 24 months, 5 planning applications were submitted near Webbington. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 37 days.
This is notably above the national average of approximately 87%, suggesting a relatively permissive planning environment. Applicants near Webbington may find that well-prepared applications have a strong chance of success.
The average decision time of 37 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.
The most common application types near Webbington were full planning applications (3), listed building and heritage (1), telecoms (1). Full planning applications account for 60% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.
In terms of development scale, 1 medium-scale application, 4 smaller schemes were submitted.
Nearby Towns
Explore planning applications in nearby areas:
- Loxton planning applications
- Compton Bishop planning applications
- Barton planning applications
- Rackley planning applications
- Biddisham planning applications
- Yarberry planning applications
- Christon planning applications
- Tarnock planning applications
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.