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West Town (BS48), Somerset Planning Applications

Track every planning application and planning permission decision near West Town (BS48), Somerset. Browse by postcode, view live status and get free email alerts for new developments.

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Planning Applications in West Town (BS48)

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Pending
2 Sept 202626/P/1809/EA1
Coles Quarry Church Town BackwellNorth Somerset

Screening Opinion request to determine as to whether proposed development is EIA development. for the proposed restoration of Coles Quarry through the importation and placement of engineered, non-hazardous material. THIS IS NOT A PLANNING APPLICATION

Pending
12 Aug 202626/P/1660/NMA
Land At Farleigh Fields And 54 And 56 Farleigh Road BackwellNorth Somerset

Non-Material amendment to application 23/P/2508/RM (Reserved matters application for matters of access (internal only), appearance, landscaping, layout and scale for the erection of 90no. dwellings, including provision of an additional 6no. self build plots which will be subject to separate reserved matters application(s) pursuant to Outline permission 21/P/1766/OUT (Outline planning application for demolition of 54 and 56 Farleigh Road; residential development of up to 125 dwellings (Class C3); strategic landscaping and earthworks, surface water drainage and all other ancillary infrastructure and enabling works with means of site access (excluding internal roads) from the new junction off Farleigh Road for approval; all other matters (internal access, layout, appearance, scale and landscaping) reserved for subsequent approval.)) to allow for the addition of parking bays to the site entrance.

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31 Jul 202626/P/1591/LDP
5 Oakleigh Close Backwell BS48 3JXNorth Somerset

Certification of Lawful Development for the conversion of existing garage to create habitable space, utility room and storage garage.

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About West Town - Planning Applications & Local Development

Backwell is a charming village and civil parish located in North Somerset, England, approximately 7 miles southwest of Bristol. With a population of 4,589 as of 2011, the parish encompasses the hamlets of Backwell Common, Backwell Green, and Backwell Farleigh, along with the districts of Backwell West Town and Downside. Its proximity to the A370 to Weston-super-Mare makes it a notable area for planning applications and development opportunities.

There are currently no active flood warnings for the West Town area, indicating a relatively low flood risk at present. This is a positive factor for both existing residents and those considering property purchases or new developments.

In terms of safety, there were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period (May 2026). This makes West Town a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around West Town has 4 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, West Town 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.

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