Withypool, Somerset Planning Applications
Recent planning applications near Withypool, Somerset.
Somerset · England · settlement
About Withypool
Withypool is a quaint village located in the Exmoor National Park within Somerset, England, and is now part of the parish of Withypool and Hawkridge. Known for its picturesque setting and willow trees—reflected in the name 'Withy'—the area spans approximately 3,097 hectares and has a small population of about 201 residents. This charming village, situated near the Devon border, is an appealing location for those researching planning applications in rural and scenic environments.
Population: 201
District: Withypool and Hawkridge
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Town Insights
Property Prices
Average property sale price: £351,190 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).
Area Information
- Admin district: Somerset
- Parliamentary constituency: Tiverton and Minehead
- LSOA: Somerset West and Taunton 005C
Crime Statistics
1 crimes reported in 2026-02.
Crime Breakdown
- other-crime: 1
Flood Risk
No active flood warnings near Withypool.
Keyword Scorecard
Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Withypool.
- 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 Withypool based on the last 24 months of planning data.
Nearby Applications
37 planning applications found near Withypool.
- - Lower Withymead Chapel Lane Withypool Dulverton TA24 7QP
Proposed change of use from ancillary living accommodation to holiday let.
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Exmoor | Date: 2026-02-23
View full details - - WATERHOUSE FARM, WITHYPOOL, MINEHEAD, TA24 7RD
Prior notification for the proposed extension to agricultural storage building (15.24m x 13.7m)
Status: Permitted | Type: Other | Council: Exmoor | Date: 2025-06-23
View full details - - WATERHOUSE FARM, WITHYPOOL, MINEHEAD, TA24 7RD
Prior notification for building to storage agricultural implements.
Status: Permitted | Type: Other | Council: Exmoor | Date: 2023-02-20
View full details - - Land adjacent to New Bridge, Withypool
Application under Regulation 3 of the Town & Country Planning General Regulations 1992 for the proposed reinstating of access to common land via new gate in existing post and rail fence.
Status: Withdrawn | Type: Full | Council: Exmoor | Date: 2020-05-06
View full details - - Hobbs Cottage, Withypool, Minehead, TA24 7QP
Proposed rear first floor extension (resubmission of withdrawn application 6/42/19/105)
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Exmoor | Date: 2020-02-27
View full details - - NEWHOUSE, WITHYPOOL, MINEHEAD, TA24 7RH
Proposed repairs and alterations to stables and storage buildings together with partial demolition of two garages, complete demolition of one stable building and replacement with new covered storage a
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Exmoor | Date: 2019-12-18
View full details - - Hobbs Cottage, Quarry Head Lane, Withypool, Somerset
Proposed rear first floor extension
Status: Withdrawn | Type: Full | Council: Exmoor | Date: 2019-10-09
View full details - - Withymead, Withypool, Minehead, Somerset
Proposed subdivision of existing dwelling to create additional dwelling tied as Principal Residence. (Amended description) (As per additional information & additional plan).
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Exmoor | Date: 2019-07-10
View full details - - Withymead, Withypool, Minehead, Somerset
Proposed removal of existing timber cladding and replace with cementitious render.
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Exmoor | Date: 2019-07-01
View full details - - Withymead, Chapel Lane, Withypool, Somerset
Proposed Variation of Condition 5 (The building hereby permitted shall only be used and operated as a home office, studio and workshop in conjunction with the dwelling house known as Withymead, and sh
Status: Permitted | Type: Conditions | Council: Exmoor | Date: 2018-09-14
View full details - - Mole End, Withypool, Minehead, Somerset
Lawful Development Certificate for the proposed use of outbuilding as ancillary accommodation to the main dwelling.
Status: Permitted | Type: Outline | Council: Exmoor | Date: 2018-05-16
View full details - - South Hill, Withypool, Somerset
Prior notification for proposed agricultural storage building (18.3 x 15.2m). As per amended plans 06.07.17.
Status: Permitted | Type: Outline | Council: Exmoor | Date: 2017-06-19
View full details - - Hill Cottage, Withypool Cross to New Bridge, Withypool, Somerset
Proposed variation of Condition 2 of application 6/42/03/110 (The stable building hereby permitted shall be used for the private stabling of horses and related ancillary storage in association with th
Status: Permitted | Type: Conditions | Council: Exmoor | Date: 2016-12-16
View full details - - South Hill Farm, Withypool, Somerset
Proposed glazed canopy at front of house, glazed roof to end section of attached domestic storage outbuilding together with a proposed garage/workshop (revision to previously approved scheme 6/42/91/1
Status: Permitted | Council: Exmoor | Date: 2016-08-05
View full details - - Fir Tree Farm, Withypool, Minehead, Somerset
Proposed replacement building. Re-submission of refused application 6/42/14/108.
Status: Permitted | Council: Exmoor | Date: 2014-11-19
View full details - - Fir Tree Farm, Withypool, Minehead, Somerset
Proposed installation of two external air source recovery units.
Status: Permitted | Council: Exmoor | Date: 2014-08-06
View full details - - Fir Tree Farm, Withypool, Minehead, Somerset
Proposed replacement building. As per amended plan 05.09.14.
Status: Rejected | Council: Exmoor | Date: 2014-07-22
View full details - - No 3 Hawthorn Bungalows, Withypool, Minehead, Somerset
Proposed insertion of window in gable end of dwelling. Retrospective.
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Exmoor | Date: 2014-07-14
View full details - - Fir Tree Farm, Withypool, Minehead, Somerset.
Proposed extension and conversion of out house to provide additional living accommodation.
Status: Permitted | Council: Exmoor | Date: 2014-03-20
View full details - - The Tea Room and Toilets, Withypool Shop, Withypool, Minehead, Somerset
Proposed variation of condition two (The development hereby permitted shall be carried out in complete accordance with drawing no 68713A date stamped 22/11/12) of approved application 6/42/12/105 to a
Status: Permitted | Type: Conditions | Council: Exmoor | Date: 2014-03-18
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A brief summary of Withypool in Somerset
Withypool is a quaint village located in the Exmoor National Park within Somerset, England, and is now part of the parish of Withypool and Hawkridge. Known for its picturesque setting and willow trees—reflected in the name 'Withy'—the area spans approximately 3,097 hectares and has a small population of about 201 residents. This charming village, situated near the Devon border, is an appealing location for those researching planning applications in rural and scenic environments. The settlement has a population of approximately 201. It sits within the Withypool and Hawkridge district.
Property prices in Withypool show an average sale price of £351,190, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry.
Neighbourhood safety in Withypool is generally good, with just 1 crimes reported in the most recent period.
Ecology & Nature Designations
The area around Withypool includes 3 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Barle Valley SSSI, River Barle SSSI, South Exmoor SSSI; 10 Ancient Woodland sites; 4 Special Areas of Conservation (SAC): Exmoor & Quantock Oakwoods, 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, Withypool 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 Withypool
In the last 24 months, 3 planning applications were submitted near Withypool. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 52 days.
This is notably above the national average of approximately 87%, suggesting a relatively permissive planning environment. Applicants near Withypool may find that well-prepared applications have a strong chance of success.
The average decision time of 52 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.
The most common application types near Withypool were full planning applications (2), other applications (1). Full planning applications account for 67% 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, 2 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.