The 20 Largest Housing Developments Approved in Somerset for 2025

Over the past year, Somerset has approved more than 3,600 new homes across its 20 largest development sites. Despite longstanding challenges—including pandemic disruptions, financial viability concerns, and environmental hurdles related to phosphate pollution—Somerset Council has pressed ahead with plans to meet housing demands.

As the council prepares for public consultation on its new Local Plan, it’s worth reviewing the major housing projects recently given the green light. This list highlights significant developments across Somerset, excluding preliminary screenings or future proposals still awaiting full planning consent.

Cannard’s Grave Road, Shepton Mallet: A landmark project by C. G. Fry and Sons and the Duchy of Cornwall Estate, this “once-in-a-generation” scheme includes 620 homes, a primary school, commercial space, and a care home. After navigating phosphate mitigation and local concerns, it received unanimous approval.

Station Fields, Williton: With 350 homes, commercial facilities, and allotments, this Wyndham Estate development confronted traffic and flooding concerns. Construction is underway following revised plans approved by the council.
Exeter Road, Rockwell Green: Gladman Developments secured permission for 315 homes and a convenience store after a public inquiry, as the council chose not to contest the appeal.
Nerrols Farm, Taunton: David Wilson Homes will add 292 homes in this phase of a larger project initiated in 2010, proceeding despite local opposition and legal debate over access roads.
Somerton Road, Street: The Ninesquare Trust’s 280-home development close to Millfield School received recent council approval following updated plans.
Crewkerne Road, Chard: Gladman Developments’ plan for 230 new homes includes construction of part of Chard’s eastern relief road, moving ahead amid local concerns over infrastructure pressure.
Hainbury Farm, Ilchester: Proposals for 200 homes, commercial areas, a health centre, parking, and a nature reserve gained approval despite parish resistance.
Jurston Fields, Wellington: The contentious 190-home third phase of a long-delayed 650-home project was permitted after legal battles over phosphate mitigation ended favorably.
Watercombe Lane, Yeovil: Abbey Manor Developments received approval for 185 homes near a major commercial park, unlocking further development opportunities.
Brookfield Nurseries, Ruishton: Taylor Wimpey gained permission after an appeal, for 150 homes with enhanced pedestrian and cycle access despite initial council rejection.
Maple Grove, Crewkerne: After a successful appeal, plans for 145 homes moved forward despite earlier refusals over overlooking and flooding concerns.
High Street, Keinton Mandeville: Approved for 100 homes, allotments, and an orchard despite over 550 objections citing traffic and school capacity issues.
Elm Close, Wells: David Wilson Homes’ 100-home development alongside a cemetery expansion received council approval.
Hartnells Farm, Monkton Heathfield: This first 2025-approved phase has 90 homes under construction, part of a 320-home urban extension.
Dene Road, Cotford St. Luke – The Oaks: 80 homes plus a takeaway outlet approved and currently moving forward after Lovell Homes’ involvement.
Dene Road, Cotford St. Luke (Second site): Adjacent 80-home development under broad council support, emphasizing renewable energy integration.
Wookey Hole Road, Wells: Gladman Developments’ 78-home proposal overcame two refusals and an appeal, with new plans enhancing public open space.
Anchor Road, Coleford: Despite council refusal and lack of defense at inquiry, 75 homes were approved following a Planning Inspectorate decision.
Crispin Centre, Street: Churchill Retirement Living’s 56-home retirement complex plans overturned by inquiry, with demolition work approved to commence by mid-2026.
Coalpit Lane, Stoke St. Michael: Revised plans for 45 homes passed after considering design and traffic, continuing development near established quarries.

Together, these developments represent a critical step toward addressing Somerset’s housing shortage and reflect a complex balance of growth, community concerns, and environmental regulations.