Wembdon, Somerset Planning Applications
Recent planning applications near Wembdon, Somerset.
Somerset · England · settlement
About Wembdon
Wembdon is a civil parish located within the town of Bridgwater in Somerset, England. As an integral part of Bridgwater, Wembdon offers a blend of residential and rural environments, making it a key area for planning applications and development opportunities.
Population: 3,642 (2021)
District: Sedgemoor
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Area Information
- Admin district: Somerset
- Parliamentary constituency: Bridgwater
- LSOA: Sedgemoor 011E
Crime Statistics
250 crimes reported in 2026-02.
Crime Breakdown
- violent-crime: 103
- anti-social-behaviour: 31
- shoplifting: 30
- public-order: 23
- other-theft: 14
- burglary: 9
- criminal-damage-arson: 9
- possession-of-weapons: 8
- robbery: 8
- drugs: 4
- vehicle-crime: 4
- other-crime: 4
- bicycle-theft: 2
- theft-from-the-person: 1
Flood Risk
No active flood warnings near Wembdon.
Keyword Scorecard
Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Wembdon.
- 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 Wembdon based on the last 24 months of planning data.
Nearby Applications
8 planning applications found near Wembdon.
- - 16 Meadow Park, Wembdon, Bridgwater, Somerset, TA6 7QE
Installation of logburner flue/chimney
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Sedgemoor | Date: 2026-04-29
View full details - - 18 Wembdon Orchard, Wembdon, Bridgwater, Somerset, TA6 7PH
Crown reduce 1No. Lime (T1) (TPO Ref T1) in height and spread by approx. 2-3m all round leaving the tree approx. 11-12m in width and 13m in height.
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Sedgemoor | Date: 2026-04-10
View full details - - Meadowsend, Blakes Road, Wembdon, Bridgwater, Somerset, TA6 7RS
Application to determine if prior approval is required for a proposed erection of a single storey extension, extending 4.00m from the rear South elevation
Status: Permitted | Type: Outline | Council: Sedgemoor | Date: 2026-03-04
View full details - - 10 Quantock Way, Bridgwater, Somerset, TA6 7JZ
Erection of a single storey extension to the rear (North) elevation and conversion of garage to an annexe.
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Sedgemoor | Date: 2024-05-01
View full details - - 95B Wembdon Road, Bridgwater, Somerset, TA6 7PJ
Certificate of Lawfulness for the proposed loft conversion with a rooflight on (East) elevation and small porch on (North) elevation.
Status: Permitted | Type: Outline | Council: Sedgemoor | Date: 2024-04-15
View full details - - 22 Meadow Park, Wembdon, Bridgwater, Somerset, TA6 7QE
Erection of a single storey extension to the side East elevation and rear South elevation partially on site of existing conservatory (to be demolished).
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Sedgemoor | Date: 2024-03-20
View full details - - 3 Orchard Lane, Wembdon, Bridgwater, Somerset, TA6 7QY
Erection of detached workshop.
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Sedgemoor | Date: 2023-10-13
View full details - - Oak Tree On Land At, Old Oaks Close, Wembdon, Bridgwater, Somerset, TA6 3UR
Crown reduce lateral limbs of Oak (T1) (TPO Ref T2) to north by 2m back to suitable reduction points to clear roof of neighbouring property and remove epicormic/stem growth up to primary branches.
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Sedgemoor | Date: 2023-04-27
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A brief summary of Wembdon in Somerset
Wembdon is a civil parish located within the town of Bridgwater in Somerset, England. As an integral part of Bridgwater, Wembdon offers a blend of residential and rural environments, making it a key area for planning applications and development opportunities. The settlement has a population of approximately 3,642 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Sedgemoor district.
The Wembdon area recorded 250 crimes in the most recent reporting period. As with any urban or suburban area, prospective residents may wish to review the detailed crime breakdown for further context.
Wembdon has 2 conservation areas within its boundaries: Bridgwater Central Area and Dock, Bridgwater Northfield. 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.
For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Wembdon 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 Wembdon
In the last 24 months, 27 planning applications were submitted near Wembdon. Of these, 96% 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 Wembdon 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 Wembdon were full planning applications (11), outline applications (6), tree works (5). Full planning applications account for 41% 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, 24 smaller schemes were submitted.
Application Outcomes
- Approved: 26 applications
- Refused: 0 applications
- Withdrawn: 1 application
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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.