Withycombe (TA24 7), Somerset Planning Applications
Recent planning applications near Withycombe (TA24 7), Somerset.
Somerset · England · settlement
Planning applications in Withycombe (TA24 7) 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 Withycombe (TA24 7)
Withycombe is a village and civil parish located 2.5 miles southeast of Dunster and 5 miles from Minehead, nestled within the picturesque Exmoor National Park in Somerset, England. The parish also encompasses the village of Rodhuish, while the historic manor house of Withycombe is preserved as Sandhill Farm. This charming area offers potential opportunities for planning applications, particularly in rural development and conservation projects.
Population: 281 (2021)
District: Somerset West and Taunton
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Town Insights
Property Prices
Average property sale price: £301,320 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).
Area Information
- Admin district: Somerset
- Parliamentary constituency: Tiverton and Minehead
- LSOA: Somerset West and Taunton 005A
Crime Statistics
0 crimes reported in 2026-05.
Flood Risk
No active flood warnings near Withycombe (TA24 7).
Keyword Scorecard
Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Withycombe (TA24 7).
- 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 Withycombe (TA24 7) based on the last 24 months of planning data.
Nearby Applications
11 planning applications found near Withycombe (TA24 7).
- - Withycombe Cottage, Ash Lane, Winsford, Dulverton, Somerset, TA24 7AB
Proposed recovering in natural slate of existing roof to main cottage to include installation of integrated PV panels on west elevation,together with installation of on-roof PV panels to south & west
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Exmoor | Date: 2024-11-07
View full details - - Withycombe Cottage, Ash Lane, Winsford, Dulverton, Somerset, TA24 7AB
Listed building consent for the proposed recovering in natural slate of existing roof to main cottage to include installation of integrated PV panels on west elevation,together with installation of on
Status: Conditions | Type: Heritage | Council: Exmoor | Date: 2024-11-07
View full details - - Withycombe Cottage, Winsford, Minehead, Somerset
Non-material Amendment - Full to approved application (6/40/14/110 - proposed extension to include part demolition, the conversion of an existing barn outbuilding to ancillary accommodation together w
Status: Permitted | Type: Amendment | Council: Exmoor | Date: 2015-10-14
View full details - - Withycombe Cottage, Winsford, Minehead, Somerset
Non-material amendment - Full to approved application 6/10/14/110 (proposed extension to include part demolition, the conversion of an existing barn outbuilding to ancillary accommodation together wit
Status: Permitted | Type: Amendment | Council: Exmoor | Date: 2015-03-13
View full details - - Withycombe Cottage, Winsford, Minehead, Somerset
Listed Building Consent for proposed alterations to approved application 6/40/14/111LB (Listed Building Consent for proposed extension to include part demolition, the conversion of an existing barn ou
Status: Permitted | Type: Heritage | Council: Exmoor | Date: 2015-03-03
View full details - - Withycombe Cottage, Winsford, Minehead
Listed Building Consent for proposed extension to include part demolition, the conversion of an existing barn outbuilding to ancillary accommodation together with the conversion of the existing garage
Status: Permitted | Type: Heritage | Council: Exmoor | Date: 2014-11-05
View full details - - Withycombe Cottage, Winsford, Minehead
Proposed extension to include part demolition, the conversion of an existing barn outbuilding to ancillary accommodation together with the conversion of the existing garage into a home based study. As
Status: Permitted | Type: Other | Council: Exmoor | Date: 2014-11-05
View full details - - Withycombe Farm, Winsford, Minehead, Somerset
Proposed widening of an existing gateway from 3.05m to 4.5m.
Status: Permitted | Council: Exmoor | Date: 2013-09-11
View full details - - Withycombe Farm, Winsford, Minehead, Somerset, TA24 7AB
Proposed replacement of an existing agricultural building (775Sqm). As per amended plans and additional information 12.8.11.
Status: Permitted | Type: Other | Council: Exmoor | Date: 2011-05-05
View full details - - Withycombe Farm, Winsford, Minehead, Somerset, TA24 7AB
Retrospective application in respect of conversion of farm office and store to 1 unit of holiday accommodation.
Status: Permitted | Type: Amendment | Council: Exmoor | Date: 2010-05-14
View full details - - Kemps Farm, Winsford, Minehead, Somerset, TA24 7HT
Installation of 1 no. photovoltaic panel and the retention of a water storage tank (retrospective).
Status: Withdrawn | Type: Amendment | Council: Exmoor | Date: 2010-02-19
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A brief summary of Withycombe (TA24 7) in Somerset
Withycombe is a village and civil parish located 2.5 miles southeast of Dunster and 5 miles from Minehead, nestled within the picturesque Exmoor National Park in Somerset, England. The parish also encompasses the village of Rodhuish, while the historic manor house of Withycombe is preserved as Sandhill Farm. This charming area offers potential opportunities for planning applications, particularly in rural development and conservation projects. The settlement has a population of approximately 281 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Somerset West and Taunton district.
Property prices in Withycombe (TA24 7) show an average sale price of £301,320, 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 Withycombe (TA24 7) a particularly low-crime area.
Ecology & Nature Designations
The area around Withycombe (TA24 7) includes 1 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): South Exmoor SSSI; 4 Ancient Woodland sites; 1 Special Areas of Conservation (SAC): Exmoor Heaths; 1 National Parks: EXMOOR. 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, Withycombe (TA24 7) 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 Withycombe (TA24 7)
In the last 24 months, 3 planning applications were submitted near Withycombe (TA24 7). Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 39 days.
This is notably above the national average of approximately 87%, suggesting a relatively permissive planning environment. Applicants near Withycombe (TA24 7) may find that well-prepared applications have a strong chance of success.
The average decision time of 39 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.
The most common application types near Withycombe (TA24 7) were full planning applications (1), listed building and heritage (1), other applications (1). Full planning applications account for 33% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.
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