Wiveliscombe, Somerset Planning Applications
Recent planning applications near Wiveliscombe, Somerset.
Somerset · England · settlement
About Wiveliscombe
Wiveliscombe is a civil parish and town located in Somerset, England, approximately 9 miles west of Taunton, with a population of 2,893. The town's historic Square, lined with several listed buildings, once served as the site of the local market. The parish also encompasses the nearby hamlet of Maundown, making it an area of interest for those researching planning applications and developments.
Population: 3,064 (2021)
District: Somerset West and Taunton
Website: http://www.wiveliscombe.com/
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Area Information
- Admin district: Somerset
- Parliamentary constituency: Tiverton and Minehead
- LSOA: Somerset West and Taunton 004A
Crime Statistics
7 crimes reported in 2026-02.
Crime Breakdown
- violent-crime: 3
- anti-social-behaviour: 1
- burglary: 1
- public-order: 1
- vehicle-crime: 1
Flood Risk
No active flood warnings near Wiveliscombe.
Keyword Scorecard
Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Wiveliscombe.
- 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 Wiveliscombe based on the last 24 months of planning data.
Nearby Applications
13 planning applications found near Wiveliscombe.
- - The Croft Residential Home, West Street, Wiveliscombe
Replacement of damaged front porch at The Croft Residential Home, West Street, Wiveliscombe
Status: Undecided | Type: Heritage | Council: Taunton Deane | Date: 2026-04-24
View full details - - 2 Church Street, Wiveliscombe
Replacement of roof on like for like basis at 2 Church Street, Wiveliscombe (retention of works already undertaken)
Status: Undecided | Type: Heritage | Council: Taunton Deane | Date: 2026-03-25
View full details - - Tudor Cottage, 12 Church Street, Wiveliscombe
Erection of a first floor extension to the rear and conversion of loft into ancillary accommodation with erection of dormer to the rear and rooflight to the front of Tudor Cottage, 12 Church Street, W
Status: Undecided | Type: Heritage | Council: Taunton Deane | Date: 2026-01-06
View full details - - 1 Russells, Wiveliscombe
Conversion of garage/store into ancillary living accommodation at 1 Russells, Wiveliscombe
Status: Undecided | Type: Heritage | Council: Taunton Deane | Date: 2025-12-23
View full details - - 1 Russells, Wiveliscombe
Conversion of garage/store into ancillary living accommodation at 1 Russells, Wiveliscombe
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Taunton Deane | Date: 2025-12-23
View full details - - Tudor Cottage, 12 Church Street, Wiveliscombe
Erection of a first floor extension to the rear and conversion of loft into ancillary accommodation with erection of dormer to the rear and rooflight to the front of Tudor Cottage, 12 Church Street, W
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Taunton Deane | Date: 2025-12-15
View full details - - Manor Farm, Wiveliscombe Road, Wiveliscombe
Application for outline planning with all matters reserved, except for access, for the erection of up to 100 No. dwellings, public open space, pedestrian, cycle and access connections onto the B3227,
Status: Undecided | Type: Outline | Council: Taunton Deane | Date: 2025-11-17
View full details - - Chapel Gallery, South Street, Wiveliscombe
Application to determine if Prior Approval is required for a change of use and conversion from commercial, business and service use (Class E) into 1 No. dwelling (Class C3) at Chapel Gallery, South St
Status: Conditions | Council: Taunton Deane | Date: 2025-02-26
View full details - - 26 Silver Street, Wiveliscombe
Erection of dormer with balcony to the rear of 26 Silver Street, Wiveliscombe
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Taunton Deane | Date: 2025-02-05
View full details - - The Old Brewery, Golden Hill, Wiveliscombe
Application for a Non-Material Amendment to application 49/06/0008 for the reduction in number of dwellings from 14 to 11 with minor amendments to the elevations of Plots 1, 8 and 9 at The Old Brewery
Status: Undecided | Type: Amendment | Council: Taunton Deane | Date: 2024-05-17
View full details - - Application to discharge Section 52 Agreement on application 49/82/0004 relating to the former Ashwoods Shepherds Hut Site, Ford Road, Wiveliscombe
Application to discharge Section 52 Agreement on application 49/82/0004 relating to the former Ashwoods Shepherds Hut Site, Ford Road, Wiveliscombe
Status: Conditions | Type: Conditions | Council: Taunton Deane | Date: 2023-10-06
View full details - - Golden Hill Brewery, Wiveliscombe
Demolition of buildings and erection of residential development comprising of 25 No. flats, community enterprise hub and associated landscaping, car parking and servicing at Golden Hill Brewery, Wivel
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Taunton Deane | Date: 2022-07-05
View full details - - Sandys Moor, Wiveliscombe
Erection of 19 No. dwellings with associated roads, parking and drainage on land at Sandys Moor, Wiveliscombe
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Taunton Deane | Date: 2021-04-28
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A brief summary of Wiveliscombe in Somerset
Wiveliscombe is a civil parish and town located in Somerset, England, approximately 9 miles west of Taunton, with a population of 2,893. The town's historic Square, lined with several listed buildings, once served as the site of the local market. The parish also encompasses the nearby hamlet of Maundown, making it an area of interest for those researching planning applications and developments. The settlement has a population of approximately 3,064 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Somerset West and Taunton district.
There were 7 crimes reported in the Wiveliscombe area during the most recent period, a moderate level that is broadly in line with similar-sized settlements.
Wiveliscombe has 2 conservation areas within its boundaries: Ford, Wiveliscombe. Planning applications within or near these conservation areas 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 Wiveliscombe includes 1 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Holme Moor & Clean Moor SSSI; 3 Ancient Woodland sites; 1 Special Areas of Conservation (SAC): Holme Moor & Clean Moor. 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, Wiveliscombe planning applications can be searched by entering a local postcode above. Further local information can be found on the community website at http://www.wiveliscombe.com/. 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 Wiveliscombe
In the last 24 months, 15 planning applications were submitted near Wiveliscombe. The average decision time was 136 days.
With an average of 136 days, decisions near Wiveliscombe take longer than the statutory targets. Applicants should budget for a 5-month timeline and consider pre-application discussions to avoid delays.
The most common application types near Wiveliscombe were full planning applications (7), listed building and heritage (4), outline applications (2). Full planning applications account for 47% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.
In terms of development scale, 2 large-scale (major) developments, 13 smaller schemes were submitted.
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