Westbury-sub-Mendip, Somerset Planning Applications
Recent planning applications near Westbury-sub-Mendip, Somerset.
Somerset · England · settlement
Planning applications in Westbury-sub-Mendip are administered by Bath And North East Somerset Council. View the full Bath And North East Somerset Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.
About Westbury-sub-Mendip
Westbury-sub-Mendip is a charming village and civil parish located in Somerset, England, nestled on the southern slopes of the Mendip Hills. Just 4 miles from both Wells and Cheddar, it offers a picturesque setting that may be of interest for planning applications due to its scenic landscape and proximity to key local towns.
Population: 801
District: Westbury
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Town Insights
Property Prices
Average property sale price: £379,956 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).
Area Information
- Admin district: Somerset
- Parliamentary constituency: Wells and Mendip Hills
- LSOA: Mendip 008B
Crime Statistics
0 crimes reported in 2026-05.
Flood Risk
No active flood warnings near Westbury-sub-Mendip.
Keyword Scorecard
Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Westbury-sub-Mendip.
- 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 Westbury-sub-Mendip based on the last 24 months of planning data.
Nearby Applications
8 planning applications found near Westbury-sub-Mendip.
- - Lodge Hill House Station Road Westbury Sub Mendip Wells Somerset BA5 1EY
T1 - Lawson Cypress - Fell due to poor health with replacement planting proposed.
Status: Undecided | Type: Trees | Council: Mendip | Date: 2026-07-03
View full details - - Lodge Hill House Station Road Westbury Sub Mendip Wells Somerset BA5 1EY
T1 - Leyland Cypress - Fell. Tree health worsening - Replacement planting of Magnolia Grandiflora to be planted further from the house
Status: Undecided | Type: Trees | Council: Mendip | Date: 2026-03-24
View full details - 2026/0405/CLP - Hocoburch House The Hollow Westbury Sub Mendip Wells Somerset BA5 1HL
Application for a proposed lawful development certificate for use to replace a fence attached above an existing boundary block wall, and to replace a damaged vehicle gate, and to create a pedestrian g
Status: Permitted | Type: Outline | Council: Mendip | Date: 2026-03-02
View full details - - Hocoburch House The Hollow Westbury Sub Mendip Wells Somerset BA5 1HL
Application for a proposed lawful development certificate for use to replace a fence attached above an existing boundary block wall, and to replace a damaged vehicle gate, and to create a pedestrian g
Status: Undecided | Type: Outline | Council: Mendip | Date: 2026-03-02
View full details - - The Nest Crow Lane Westbury Sub Mendip Wells Somerset BA5 1HB
T1 Bay - Reduce crown by 50%. T2 Pittosporum - Reduce in height by 30%.
Status: Undecided | Type: Trees | Council: Mendip | Date: 2025-10-22
View full details - - Chalfont Top Road Westbury Sub Mendip Wells Somerset BA5 1HY
Erection of two-storey side extension & associated landscaping.
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Mendip | Date: 2024-12-27
View full details - - Crow Farm Crow Lane Westbury Sub Mendip Wells Somerset BA5 1HB
Conversion of existing garage and construction of link to existing residential annex.
Status: Withdrawn | Type: Heritage | Council: Mendip | Date: 2023-04-26
View full details - - Crow Farm Crow Lane Westbury Sub Mendip Wells Somerset BA5 1HB
Conversion of existing garage and construction of link to existing residential annex.
Status: Withdrawn | Type: Full | Council: Mendip | Date: 2023-04-26
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A brief summary of Westbury-sub-Mendip in Somerset
Westbury-sub-Mendip is a charming village and civil parish located in Somerset, England, nestled on the southern slopes of the Mendip Hills. Just 4 miles from both Wells and Cheddar, it offers a picturesque setting that may be of interest for planning applications due to its scenic landscape and proximity to key local towns. The settlement has a population of approximately 801. It sits within the Westbury district.
Property prices in Westbury-sub-Mendip show an average sale price of £379,956, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry.
There were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period. This makes Westbury-sub-Mendip a particularly low-crime area.
Westbury-sub-Mendip has one conservation area within its boundaries: Westbury sub Mendip. 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.
Ecology & Nature Designations
The area around Westbury-sub-Mendip includes 1 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Brimble Pit and Cross Swallet Basins SSSI; 2 Ancient Woodland sites; 1 Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB): Mendip Hills. These designations may affect planning decisions, as proposals near protected sites require environmental impact assessment and may face additional restrictions.
For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Westbury-sub-Mendip 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 Westbury-sub-Mendip
In the last 24 months, 15 planning applications were submitted near Westbury-sub-Mendip. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 50 days.
This is notably above the national average of approximately 87%, suggesting a relatively permissive planning environment. Applicants near Westbury-sub-Mendip may find that well-prepared applications have a strong chance of success.
The average decision time of 50 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.
The most common application types near Westbury-sub-Mendip were tree works (6), full planning applications (4), discharge of conditions (3). The significant number of tree-related applications is typical for areas with mature tree cover or active tree preservation orders.
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