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Rodney Road / Taylor Wimpey Site – Update from Backwell Parish Council

Following residents’ concerns over the last few days, Backwell Parish Council (BPC) contacted both Taylor Wimpey (TW) and North Somerset Council (NSC) to request further information. Here’s the update we’ve received: Grass Cutting The land was previously under a grazing licence with a local farmer. Prior to completion taking place, TW were advised that the landowner/tenant wished to cut the grass one last time. This took place last week and unfortunately, it appears a tree was damaged during the cut. TW does not anticipate any further grass cutting until the new access from Rodney Road is in place. Site Access & Works TW held a site meeting recently to assess enabling works, including fencing and an archaeological survey. Access was made via the gate next to West Leigh Infants School – the same entrance used by the farmer, and a permitted right of way to access the land. As of [...]

Rodney Road / Taylor Wimpey Site – Update from Backwell Parish Councilpublic@backwell-pc.gov.uk2025-07-09T12:01:06+00:00

North Somerset Council Local Plan

This week, North Somerset Council (NSC) announced their proposed additional sites for the next iteration of the draft Local Plan: 🔗 View the announcement and documents here The Government has allocated approximately 24,000 houses to North Somerset, requiring the identification of additional housing sites. NSC has designated Backwell and Nailsea as strategic locations for growth. The lack of an up-to-date NSC Local Plan, combined with a shortfall in the 5-Year Land Supply due to developer land banking, is attracting speculative applications from multiple companies. As a result, Backwell is under unprecedented pressure. 📈 Residents will be aware that 794 homes have already been approved, including: Two Farleigh Fields sites Rodney Road Grove Farm This represents a 40% increase in the village’s population, with no confirmed funding for essential services or infrastructure. If the additional sites at East Backwell are realised, the population increase over the next 10 years could reach 118% [...]

North Somerset Council Local Planpublic@backwell-pc.gov.uk2025-06-13T16:25:05+00:00

BSIP – Bus Service Improvement Plan for Backwell

Introduction Backwell Parish Council supports measures to improve bus service efficiency and traffic flow, provided these schemes are cost-effective and do not compromise safety. In late 2023, North Somerset Council held a consultation to present their plans for a bus lane in Backwell. This consultation was attended by many Backwell residents. The plans were scheduled to be finalised and approved in January 2024. However, Backwell Parish Council, supported by Backwell Residents Association and a strong community voice, challenged the road closure and other elements of the plan due to concerns about safety and local amenities. Road Closure Proposals The initial plans presented by North Somerset Council included a road closure, or partial road closure, to prevent traffic from entering the A370 from Dark Lane onto Backwell crossroads. This was intended to address the expected increase in traffic at Backwell crossroads, which is already near capacity. The aim was to reduce [...]

BSIP – Bus Service Improvement Plan for Backwellpublic@backwell-pc.gov.uk2025-05-05T12:06:41+00:00

2381 PROPOSED NEW HOMES FOR BACKWELL!

Backwell Parish Council would welcome your input on two key issues affecting our community. 2381 PROPOSED NEW HOMES FOR BACKWELL North Somerset Council (NSC) are currently running a consultation on possible new sites for building in and around Backwell. They have been asked by the government to find 8500 new homes across the whole of the district. The consultation ends on 21st March. At the end of April, NSC will then issue draft proposals for which of these sites they would welcome planning applications, as part of the process that will lead to the adoption of a new Local Plan for North Somerset. You can access the consultation at: https://n-somerset-pp.inconsult.uk/Reg19AddSites/consultationHome If you head for the section relating to Backwell, you will be able to comment on each of the potential building sites for our village. The total amount of proposed houses if all these sites were developed is 1,785. This does [...]

2381 PROPOSED NEW HOMES FOR BACKWELL!public@backwell-pc.gov.uk2025-02-26T15:53:39+00:00

Farleigh Fields West Planning Application

Our Children's Safe route to school is at risk PLEASE READ! Leaflet about Farleigh Fields West Planning Application

Farleigh Fields West Planning Applicationpublic@backwell-pc.gov.uk2025-02-26T15:47:01+00:00

Proposed 30 mph speed limit for section of Farleigh Road (A370), Backwell, North Somerset

Notice of Intent and plan for a proposed 30 mph speed limit on Farleigh Road (A370), Backwell, North Somerset:

Proposed 30 mph speed limit for section of Farleigh Road (A370), Backwell, North Somersetpublic@backwell-pc.gov.uk2024-11-13T11:43:30+00:00

Updated statement on parking from Bristol Airport

"Bristol Airport is meeting with local parish councillors, North Somerset Council and the Police to discuss issues around offsite parking/anti-social parking. This year the Airport contributed £50,000 and a further £50,000 in 2025 to North Somerset Council towards a Planning and Parking Enforcement Officer, to help mitigate the potential impacts arising from unauthorised offsite parking or anti-social parking. Any parking that is causing an obstruction or hazard should be reported to the police via the Avon & Somerset Police website."

Updated statement on parking from Bristol Airportpublic@backwell-pc.gov.uk2024-10-29T13:08:52+00:00

Update on parking

Backwell Parish Council have been notified that North Somerset Council (NSC) Parking Services visited Church Lane and the surrounding area this morning. The officer spoke to some local residents and took photos of the cars they believe have been parked in connection with airport parking. NSC Parking Services will attempt to trace the operator involved. Backwell Parish Council have also contacted Avon and Somerset Police to raise our concerns. We would encourage residents to continue collecting data and report as appropriate to the airport via email communitycarparking@bristolairport.com and online to North Somerset Council via their website. If a vehicle is causing an obstruction or parked dangerously, this should be reported to the Police via the 'Report parking issues' form on the Avon and Somerset Police website.

Update on parkingpublic@backwell-pc.gov.uk2024-10-25T13:01:09+00:00

Parking in Backwell

Backwell Parish Council are concerned about the significant increase in inconsiderate parking in our village. This week we have received numerous complaints from our residents particularly in the Church Lane area. The issue appears to be being caused by people seeking alternative parking for the airport and we are not the only village to be suffering from this problem. This issue is likely to exist and will continue whilst the new multi storey car park is being constructed at Bristol Airport. Backwell Parish Council have contacted Bristol Airport directly and have received the following information: This year Bristol Airport has contributed £50,000 and a further £50,000 in 2025 to North Somerset Council towards a Planning and Parking Enforcement Officer. The money has been issued for North Somerset Council to acquire some dedicated resource to mitigate the impacts arising from unauthorised offsite parking or anti-social parking practices. Any inconsiderate or illegal parking [...]

Parking in Backwellpublic@backwell-pc.gov.uk2024-10-25T13:01:51+00:00

Consultation launched on proposed parking charges

North Somerset Council has launched its consultation on the Parking Management Strategy and Action Plan. Open for seven weeks, the consultation asks about proposed parking charges being considered for car parks and on-street locations in Portishead, Nailsea and Clevedon. It also asks about plans for a new short-stay parking permit. It is hoped the short-stay permit would promote local shopping and benefit business and the economy. Consultation feedback will be used to help North Somerset Council understand how people park now and what parking charge prices, locations and hours of operation could look like. It will also help set the terms of any annual short-stay permit. Councillor Hannah Young, Executive Member for Highways and Transport at North Somerset Council, said “We know that people have lots of different views on these proposals, so whether you are a resident, a visitor, business or anyone else who parks in these areas, it’s [...]

Consultation launched on proposed parking chargespublic@backwell-pc.gov.uk2024-03-19T12:02:04+00:00