West Wick, Somerset Planning Applications
Recent planning applications near West Wick, Somerset.
Somerset · England · settlement
About West Wick
Weston-super-Mare is a vibrant seaside town and civil parish located in North Somerset, England, approximately 20 miles (32 km) south-west of Bristol. Nestled between Worlebury Hill and Bleadon Hill, it boasts a population of 82,418 as of the 2021 census, making it a significant area for planning and development opportunities. Its coastal position by the Bristol Channel adds to its appeal, creating a dynamic environment for potential planning applications.
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Town Insights
Property Prices
Average property sale price: £285,604 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).
Area Information
- Admin district: North Somerset
- Parliamentary constituency: Weston-super-Mare
- LSOA: North Somerset 027G
Crime Statistics
153 crimes reported in 2026-02.
Crime Breakdown
- violent-crime: 67
- anti-social-behaviour: 21
- shoplifting: 15
- criminal-damage-arson: 12
- public-order: 11
- other-theft: 7
- vehicle-crime: 7
- burglary: 4
- other-crime: 3
- bicycle-theft: 2
- robbery: 2
- drugs: 1
- possession-of-weapons: 1
Flood Risk
No active flood warnings near West Wick.
Keyword Scorecard
Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near West Wick.
- 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 Wick based on the last 24 months of planning data.
Nearby Applications
3 planning applications found near West Wick.
- - 88 Merton Drive Weston-super-Mare BS24 7EQ
T1 sycamore - pollard back to previous pruning points (2m) to restrict its size. T2 sycamore - pollard back to previous pruning points (2m) to restrict its size
Status: Undecided | Type: Trees | Council: North Somerset | Date: 2026-03-25
View full details - - 5 Ivy Lane Weston-super-Mare BS24 7AX
Proposed conversion of existing attached garage to livable space.
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: North Somerset | Date: 2026-02-23
View full details - - Land On South Side Of Bransby Way West Of Heron Moor School Weston-super-Mare BS24 7BW
Construction of micro energy storage facility with installation of the battery containerised units and associated equipment alongside the construction of a new fence surrounding the Battery Box
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: North Somerset | Date: 2025-04-25
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A brief summary of West Wick in Somerset
Weston-super-Mare is a vibrant seaside town and civil parish located in North Somerset, England, approximately 20 miles (32 km) south-west of Bristol. Nestled between Worlebury Hill and Bleadon Hill, it boasts a population of 82,418 as of the 2021 census, making it a significant area for planning and development opportunities. Its coastal position by the Bristol Channel adds to its appeal, creating a dynamic environment for potential planning applications.
Property prices in West Wick show an average sale price of £285,604, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry.
The West Wick area recorded 153 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.
West Wick has one conservation area within its boundaries: Worle Village. 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, West Wick 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 Wick
In the last 24 months, 10 planning applications were submitted near West Wick. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 34 days.
This is notably above the national average of approximately 87%, suggesting a relatively permissive planning environment. Applicants near West Wick may find that well-prepared applications have a strong chance of success.
The average decision time of 34 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 Wick were full planning applications (4), outline applications (2), tree works (2). Full planning applications account for 40% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.
In terms of development scale, 1 medium-scale application, 9 smaller schemes were submitted.
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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.