West Quantoxhead, Somerset Planning Applications
Recent planning applications near West Quantoxhead, Somerset.
Somerset · England · settlement
About West Quantoxhead
West Quantoxhead is a charming village and civil parish located in Somerset, England, nestled at the foot of the scenic Quantock Hills. Situated along the A39 road and the Coleridge Way, it is conveniently positioned just 3 miles from East Quantoxhead and 2.5 miles from Williton, with easy access to both Bridgwater and Taunton. The parish also encompasses the hamlets of Weacombe and Lower Weacombe, making it a quaint area for potential planning developments and community projects.
Population: 319 (2021)
District: Somerset West and Taunton
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Area Information
- Admin district: Somerset
- Parliamentary constituency: Tiverton and Minehead
- LSOA: Somerset West and Taunton 004A
Crime Statistics
0 crimes reported in 2026-02.
Flood Risk
No active flood warnings near West Quantoxhead.
Keyword Scorecard
Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near West Quantoxhead.
- 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 Quantoxhead based on the last 24 months of planning data.
Nearby Applications
30 planning applications found near West Quantoxhead.
- - The Old Rectory, Williton to Bridgwater Road, West Quantoxhead, TA4 4DS
Application for a Non-Material Amendment to 3/38/08/001 for replacement of 2 No. windows and door, with single pair of folding doors at ground floor level of rear annexe building with minor alteration
Status: Permitted | Type: Amendment | Council: West Somerset | Date: 2024-04-24
View full details - - St Etheldredas Church, Church Road, West Quantoxhead, TA4 4DS
Change of use of field to graveyard
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: West Somerset | Date: 2020-11-30
View full details - - The Windmill Inn, West Quantoxhead, Taunton, TA4 4DS
Display of 2 No. externally illuminated fascia signs and 4 No. externally illuminated freestanding signs
Status: Permitted | Type: Advertising | Council: West Somerset | Date: 2020-03-09
View full details - - St Etheldredas Church, Church Road, West Quantoxhead, Taunton, TA4 4DS
Erection of wooden shed (retention of works already undertaken)
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: West Somerset | Date: 2018-07-03
View full details - - The Willows, Vinnecombe Lane, West Quantoxhead, TA4 4DS
Erection of side and rear extensions plus terrace
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: West Somerset | Date: 2018-01-02
View full details - - Gorse Bank, The Avenue, West Quantoxhead, Taunton, TA4 4DJ
Erection of single storey extension to the south-western elevation, alterations to the two-storey element of the dwelling with attached replacement double garage to the north-eastern elevation and por
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: West Somerset | Date: 2016-11-24
View full details - - St Etheldredas Church, Church Road, West Quantoxhead, TA4 4DS
Installation of new gate in the boundary fence to the churchyard
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: West Somerset | Date: 2016-03-24
View full details - - Wayside, The Avenue, West Quantoxhead, Taunton, TA4 4DJ
Provision of off road parking area
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: West Somerset | Date: 2015-08-17
View full details - - Land near The Rest, The Avenue, West Quantoxhead, TA4 4DJ
Hedgerow to be temporarily removed to allow for the laying of a water supply pipeline in connection with Hinkley Point C
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: West Somerset | Date: 2014-11-11
View full details - - Church Lodge, West Quantoxhead, Taunton, TA4 4DS
Change of use from dwelling house to use in conjunction with St. Audries Park for overnight accommodation for guests attending weddings at St. Audries Park
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: West Somerset | Date: 2013-12-09
View full details - - Acland Cottage, West Quantoxhead, TA4 4DS
Installation of solar photovoltaic panels on the south east and south west elevations
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: West Somerset | Date: 2013-05-10
View full details - - St Audries Park, West Quantoxhead, Taunton, TA4 4DS
Internal and external alterations plus the formation of additional bedrooms/ensuites and housekeepers apartment
Status: Permitted | Type: Heritage | Council: West Somerset | Date: 2013-03-22
View full details - - Windmill Hotel, West Quantoxhead, TA4 4DS
Approval of details reserved by condition 3 (relating to landscaping), condition 5 (relating to protection of existing planting) in relation to planning permission 3/38/12/008.
Status: Permitted | Type: Conditions | Council: West Somerset | Date: 2012-11-30
View full details - - Peregrine House, West Quantoxhead, Taunton, TA4 4DS
Change of use from dwellinghouse to use in conjunction with St. Audries Park for overnight accommodation & dining of guests on the evening prior to the wedding at St. Audries Park
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: West Somerset | Date: 2012-09-26
View full details - - The Windmill Inn, West Quantoxhead, Taunton, TA4 4DS
Proposed redevelopment of existing bar/restaurant to provide hotel bedroom accommodation and new function room & restaurant along with associated facilities including replacement managers accommodatio
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: West Somerset | Date: 2012-07-23
View full details - - Wayside, The Avenue, West Quantoxhead, TA4 4DJ
Replacement of existing single glazed metal framed windows with upvc double glazing with 'rosewood' (cherry) effect plus replacement of existing rear lounge window with double glazed french doors.
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: West Somerset | Date: 2012-04-17
View full details - - The Old Rectory, West Quantoxhead, Taunton, TA4 4DS
Increase roof height of existing single storey extension by 1m, relocate two velux windows in adjoining existing two storey extension to improve privacy, and alter existing ground floor windows and do
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: West Somerset | Date: 2012-03-19
View full details - - SEVERN TIDE, THE AVENUE, WEST QUANTOXHEAD, TAUNTON, TA4 4DJ
Discharge of conditions 3, 5 and 6 on planning permission 3/38/11/001.
Status: Permitted | Type: Conditions | Council: West Somerset | Date: 2011-03-25
View full details - - SEVERN TIDE,THE AVENUE,WEST QUANTOXHEAD,TAUNTON,TA4 4DJ
DEMOLITION OF EXISTING HOUSE AND REPLACEMENT WITH NEW HOUSE. - AS AMENDED BY DWGS, 5339A (01A, 02A, 03A, 04A, & 05 REC. ON 2/2/2011.
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: West Somerset | Date: 2011-01-10
View full details - - CHURCH LODGE,WEST QUANTOXHEAD,TA4 4DS
REPLACEMENT BACK DOOR.
Status: Permitted | Type: Heritage | Council: West Somerset | Date: 2009-01-21
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A brief summary of West Quantoxhead in Somerset
West Quantoxhead is a charming village and civil parish located in Somerset, England, nestled at the foot of the scenic Quantock Hills. Situated along the A39 road and the Coleridge Way, it is conveniently positioned just 3 miles from East Quantoxhead and 2.5 miles from Williton, with easy access to both Bridgwater and Taunton. The parish also encompasses the hamlets of Weacombe and Lower Weacombe, making it a quaint area for potential planning developments and community projects. The settlement has a population of approximately 319 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Somerset West and Taunton district.
There were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period. This makes West Quantoxhead a particularly low-crime area.
Ecology & Nature Designations
The area around West Quantoxhead includes 2 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Blue Anchor to Lilstock Coast SSSI, The Quantocks SSSI; 1 Ancient Woodland site; 1 Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB): Quantock Hills. These designations may affect planning decisions, as proposals near protected sites require environmental impact assessment and may face additional restrictions.
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