Small Somerset Village Set to Double with 1,550 New Homes Near Gigafactory Thursday, May 21, 2026 somerset housing development gigafactory woolavington persimmon planning infrastructure affordable community A small village near Somerset’s emerging gigafactory is poised for significant growth, with plans to build 1,550 new homes that could effectively double its size over the next two decades. Persimmon Homes Severn Valley … Read More
Safe Route to Clarks Village from New Affordable Homes Completed Monday, May 18, 2026 affordable housing somerset clarksvillage street roadworks walking cycling infrastructure community Residents moving into newly built affordable homes in Street, Somerset, now have a safer and more convenient route to Clarks Village shopping centre, following the completion of a significant road improvement project. … Read More
361 ‘Smart-Looking’ Homes Approved for Construction Near M5 in Bridgwater Friday, May 15, 2026 bridgwater housing keepmoat livewest development construction affordable somerset planning realestate Construction of 361 new homes near the M5 in Bridgwater is set to begin promptly following unanimous approval of revised plans. Originally granted planning permission in February 2024 to BoKlok Housing Ltd., the Bridgwater … Read More
Development Site for 200 Homes Near Castle Cary Railway Station Listed at £10 Million Wednesday, April 29, 2026 somerset castlecary development housing railway planning affordable environment infrastructure wykefarms A significant development site near one of Somerset’s busiest railway stations has come onto the market, offering the potential for 200 new homes at a guide price of £10 million. The land, located on the A371 Ansford Hill … Read More
What Does ‘Affordable Housing’ Really Mean? Sunday, April 26, 2026 affordable housing somerset development council planning infrastructure community investment homes The phrase “affordable housing” is frequently mentioned by housing developers and local councillors, but its true meaning often sparks confusion and skepticism. While some may use the term sarcastically, its … Read More
Understanding ‘Affordable Housing’: What the Term Really Means Sunday, April 26, 2026 affordable housing development somerset planning council infrastructure socialhousing viability councillor The term “affordable housing” is frequently used by housing developers and local councillors, but what does it truly mean? Just like how certain titles or phrases can sometimes be used sarcastically or … Read More