Where is the site?
The proposed site for new homes is located to the south of Orchard Road. Vehicle, pedestrian and cycle access is proposed from Orchard Road.
To find where you live in relation to the proposed site for new homes, please visit our Interactive masterplan and type your address, postcode or point of interest into the search bar.
What is proposed on site?
We are proposing:
- 43 new homes, 40% (17) of which will be affordable to meet local demand.
- Vehicle access from Orchard Road
- Garage and/or driveway parking for every home, as well as additional on-street parking bays for visitors
- Improved connections to the public right of way network
- A community orchard
- A local area for play (LAP)
- Enhancements to the local drainage system, including an attenuation pond and foul water pumping station
Find out more on the Interactive masterplan and What issues have we considered? page
Who are Strongvox Homes?
Strongvox Homes is an award winning housebuilder, building beautifully crafted homes across the West Country. With scrupulous attention to detail through to a superior finish, our houses are places people are proud to call home.
We are a friendly, fast-growing company based in Taunton and run by a highly successful team with many years’ experience in the South West. We’re a small team who work well together and we’re genuinely proud of what we do.
Strongvox has an excellent track record of liaising with local communities and working with Parish and Town Councils to achieve developments that take account of local priorities and aspirations. In recently commenting on a final drawing package for our site in the town of Bruton, the Town Council supported our application and commended Strongvox for being exemplary in its approach to engaging with them and local people. We have also secured support and proactive engagement with several Parish Councils across the South West.
How can I have my say?
Please take a few minutes to find out more about our plans using the Interactive masterplan and by visiting the What issues have we considered? page.
Once you've reviewed the plans, please complete our consultation survey on the Have your say page to provide your feedback.
What are the next steps?
Public consultation
Tuesday 1st April to Tuesday 22nd April 2025Every residential and business address in Axbridge has been sent an information postcard inviting them to have their say.
Feedback review
April 2025 to May 2025Once the consultation is closed, Strongvox Homes and their team will review the feedback received and finalise the plans accordingly.
Planning application submission
June 2025A planning application will be submitted to Somerset Council. Axbridge Town Council will hold a public meeting to consider its response to the application once it has been formally submitted.
