West Lydford, Somerset Planning Applications
Recent planning applications near West Lydford, Somerset.
Somerset · England · settlement
About West Lydford
West Lydford is a quaint village located in Somerset, England, now part of the Lydford-on-Fosse parish. The village, characterized by its linear arrangement along High Street, features a notable cluster of houses known as Fair Place at its northern end, which is situated on the historic site of a medieval fair. This blend of historical significance and residential development may be of interest to those researching planning applications in the area.
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Town Insights
Property Prices
Average property sale price: £408,692 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).
Area Information
- Admin district: Somerset
- Parliamentary constituency: Glastonbury and Somerton
- LSOA: South Somerset 002A
Crime Statistics
2 crimes reported in 2026-02.
Crime Breakdown
- burglary: 1
- violent-crime: 1
Flood Risk
No active flood warnings near West Lydford.
Keyword Scorecard
Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near West Lydford.
- 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 West Lydford based on the last 24 months of planning data.
Nearby Applications
2 planning applications found near West Lydford.
- - Crooked Beams High Street West Lydford Somerton Somerset TA11 7DB
Erection of replacement outbuilding
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Mendip | Date: 2026-04-07
View full details - - Land At 356467 And 131946 High Street West Lydford Somerset
Construction of an all weather menage for equestrian purposes and grading of previously excavated spoil (retention of works already carried out).
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Mendip | Date: 2026-03-31
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A brief summary of West Lydford in Somerset
West Lydford is a quaint village located in Somerset, England, now part of the Lydford-on-Fosse parish. The village, characterized by its linear arrangement along High Street, features a notable cluster of houses known as Fair Place at its northern end, which is situated on the historic site of a medieval fair. This blend of historical significance and residential development may be of interest to those researching planning applications in the area.
Property prices in West Lydford show an average sale price of £408,692, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry.
Neighbourhood safety in West Lydford is generally good, with just 2 crimes reported in the most recent period.
For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, West Lydford 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 West Lydford
In the last 24 months, 6 planning applications were submitted near West Lydford. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 27 days.
This is notably above the national average of approximately 87%, suggesting a relatively permissive planning environment. Applicants near West Lydford may find that well-prepared applications have a strong chance of success.
The average decision time of 27 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.
The most common application types near West Lydford were full planning applications (3), outline applications (2), other applications (1). Full planning applications account for 50% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.
Nearby Towns
Explore planning applications in nearby areas:
- Lydford-on-Fosse planning applications
- East Lydford planning applications
- Lydford Fair Place planning applications
- Catsham planning applications
- Southwood planning applications
- Babcary planning applications
- Keinton Mandeville planning applications
- Wheathill 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.