Wedmore, Somerset Planning Applications
Recent planning applications near Wedmore, Somerset.
Somerset · England · settlement
About Wedmore
Wedmore, a large village and civil parish in Somerset, England, is perched on elevated ground within the picturesque Somerset Levels, nestled between the River Axe and River Brue. The parish encompasses not only Wedmore itself but also the villages of Blackford and Theale, along with 17 hamlets such as Crickham and Mudgley. With a population of 3,318 as of the 2011 census, Wedmore presents a unique landscape for planning applications, blending rural charm with a vibrant community.
Population: 3,288 (2021)
District: Sedgemoor
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Town Insights
Property Prices
Average property sale price: £636,543 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).
Area Information
- Admin district: Somerset
- Parliamentary constituency: Wells and Mendip Hills
- LSOA: Sedgemoor 003C
Crime Statistics
3 crimes reported in 2026-02.
Crime Breakdown
- burglary: 1
- public-order: 1
- violent-crime: 1
Flood Risk
No active flood warnings near Wedmore.
Keyword Scorecard
Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Wedmore.
- 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 Wedmore based on the last 24 months of planning data.
Nearby Applications
22 planning applications found near Wedmore.
- - Stanford House, Sand Road, Wedmore, Somerset, BS28 4BY
Fell 1No. Copper Beech (T1) due to long term disease.
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Sedgemoor | Date: 2026-04-15
View full details - - Cordwainers, Combe Batch, Wedmore, Somerset, BS28 4DU
Removal of 1No. Ginkgo Biloba (T1) within the boundary of Cordwainers garden.
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Sedgemoor | Date: 2026-03-26
View full details - - Land adjacent to, Cross Farm Green, Wedmore, BS28
Laterally reduce the northeastern 'overextended' branches of 1No. Oak (T001) (TPO Ref T1) by approx. 2.5-3m to bring them closer into the overall canopy of the tree.
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Sedgemoor | Date: 2026-03-17
View full details - - Dawn House, Pilcorn Street, Wedmore, Somerset, BS28 4AN
Certificate of Lawfulness for the proposed digging of trench to receive foundation.
Status: Permitted | Type: Outline | Council: Sedgemoor | Date: 2026-03-12
View full details - - Woodside, Pilcorn Street, Wedmore, Somerset, BS28 4AN
Crown reduce 2No. Beech (T1 & T2) by 3m all round.
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Sedgemoor | Date: 2026-03-03
View full details - - Cairns Cottage, Church Street, Wedmore, Somerset, BS28 4AB
Crown reduce 3No. Apple (T1, T2 & T3) by 1m all round.
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Sedgemoor | Date: 2026-02-16
View full details - - Former Place Of Worship, Guildhall Lane, Wedmore, Somerset
Change of use and conversion of Methodist church to dental practice
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Sedgemoor | Date: 2026-01-08
View full details - - Former Place Of Worship, Guildhall Lane, Wedmore, Somerset
Change of use and conversion of Methodist church to dental practice
Status: Permitted | Type: Heritage | Council: Sedgemoor | Date: 2026-01-08
View full details - - Laurel Bank, Sand Road, Wedmore, Somerset, BS28 4BZ
Erection of 1No. detached dwelling (self build).
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Sedgemoor | Date: 2025-11-12
View full details - - Stanford House, Sand Road, Wedmore, Somerset, BS28 4BY
Reduce lateral growth of 1No. Persian Ironwood (T1) overhanging the property of 6 Gogs Orchard back to boundary line.
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Sedgemoor | Date: 2025-07-18
View full details - - Post Office House, Church Street, Wedmore, Somerset, BS28 4AA
Installation of 20No. solar PV panels to West-facing pitched roof.
Status: Permitted | Type: Heritage | Council: Sedgemoor | Date: 2025-07-15
View full details - - Eglantine House, Sand Road, Wedmore, Somerset, BS28 4BY
Crown reduce height of 3No. Lombardy Poplars (T1, T2 & T3) (TPO Ref T1, T2 & T3) back to previous pruning points (approx 8m in extent) and reshape as feasible.
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Sedgemoor | Date: 2025-04-28
View full details - - Darley Rise, Dandos Lane, Wedmore, Somerset, BS28 4DB
Demolition of existing single storey South extension and erection of new single storey extensions to the South and East elevations.
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Sedgemoor | Date: 2025-04-21
View full details - - 2 Gardiners Orchard, Wedmore, Somerset, BS28 4HG
Fell 1No. Cherry (T1), 2No. Conifers (T2 & T3), 2No. Poplar (T4 & T5), 2No. Conifers (G1), 1No. Juniper (T6) and removal of various shrubs of mixed species including 1No. Ash and 1No. Lime sapling (wi
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Sedgemoor | Date: 2025-02-21
View full details - - Purlieu House, Sand Road, Wedmore, Somerset, BS28 4BZ
Replacement of windows
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Sedgemoor | Date: 2025-01-07
View full details - - Nanny Idas Family Restaurant, Church Street, Wedmore, Somerset, BS28 4AB
Convert restaurant and flat into a single dwelling house, convert the use of adjacent hair salon and flat into single dwelling house with studio (live/work unit) and erection of two storey rear extens
Status: Permitted | Type: Heritage | Council: Sedgemoor | Date: 2024-12-24
View full details - - Nanny Idas Family Restaurant, Church Street, Wedmore, Somerset, BS28 4AB
Change of use of restaurant and flat into a single dwelling house, change of use of adjacent hair salon and flat into single dwelling house with studio (live/work unit) and erection of two storey rear
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Sedgemoor | Date: 2024-12-24
View full details - - King Alfred Mews, Church Street, Wedmore, Somerset
Certificate of Lawfulness for the existing: retention of 10No. car parking spaces at King Alfred Mews.
Status: Permitted | Type: Amendment | Council: Sedgemoor | Date: 2024-12-10
View full details - - The Dining Room, The Borough, Wedmore, Somerset, BS28 4EB
Erection of kitchen extension to South elevation, on site of existing (to be demolished).
Status: Permitted | Type: Heritage | Council: Sedgemoor | Date: 2024-01-09
View full details - - 9 Saxon Way, Wedmore, Somerset, BS28 4AG
Part retrospective application for the erection of single storey rear (SW) extension (revised scheme).
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Sedgemoor | Date: 2023-07-18
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A brief summary of Wedmore in Somerset
Wedmore, a large village and civil parish in Somerset, England, is perched on elevated ground within the picturesque Somerset Levels, nestled between the River Axe and River Brue. The parish encompasses not only Wedmore itself but also the villages of Blackford and Theale, along with 17 hamlets such as Crickham and Mudgley. With a population of 3,318 as of the 2011 census, Wedmore presents a unique landscape for planning applications, blending rural charm with a vibrant community. The settlement has a population of approximately 3,288 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Sedgemoor district.
Property prices in Wedmore show an average sale price of £636,543, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry.
Neighbourhood safety in Wedmore is generally good, with just 3 crimes reported in the most recent period.
Wedmore 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, Wedmore 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 Wedmore
In the last 24 months, 32 planning applications were submitted near Wedmore. Of these, 94% were approved, with an average decision time of 32 days.
This is notably above the national average of approximately 87%, suggesting a relatively permissive planning environment. Applicants near Wedmore may find that well-prepared applications have a strong chance of success.
The average decision time of 32 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.
The most common application types near Wedmore were full planning applications (10), tree works (9), outline applications (4). Full planning applications account for 31% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.
In terms of development scale, 1 large-scale (major) development, 2 medium-scale applications, 29 smaller schemes were submitted.
Application Outcomes
- Approved: 29 applications
- Refused: 1 application
- Withdrawn: 1 application
- Awaiting decision: 1 application
Nearby Towns
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- Stoughton Cross planning applications
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Related Planning Guides
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- 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.