Blake Street, Bridgwater, Somerset
Key Features
- Development Land with Planning Permission
- Permission for Demolition of Existing Structure and Erection of Residential and Commercial Mix
- Beautiful Views Overlooking Blake Gardens
- Prime Bridgwater Town Centre Location
Description
An outstanding development opportunity awaits in the heart of Bridgwater. This strategically located piece of land comes with the significant advantage of existing planning permission, streamlining the path for a lucrative mixed-use project.
The approved plans detail the demolition of the current tin shed, making way for a thoughtfully designed new building. This proposed structure will comprise two versatile commercial units on the ground floor, ideal for retail, office, or service-based businesses, catering to the vibrant local community. Above these, the first floor is designated for residential accommodation, featuring one well-proportioned one-bedroom apartment and one spacious two-bedroom apartment.
One of the most compelling attributes of this site is its enviable position, offering delightful views directly over Blake Gardens. This green oasis provides a tranquil backdrop, enhancing the appeal for future residents and offering a pleasant environment for commercial patrons. The outlook over the gardens adds a unique selling point, distinguishing this development from others in the area.
Location is paramount, and this property excels in that regard. Situated in a prime central Bridgwater location, it benefits from excellent accessibility and proximity to a wide array of local amenities. Residents will find themselves within easy reach of shops, restaurants, cafes, and essential services, while commercial tenants will benefit from high footfall and visibility. Bridgwater itself is a thriving market town with good transport links, making it an attractive place for both living and business.
This is a rare chance for developers and investors to acquire a ready-to-go project in a sought-after area. The existing planning permission significantly de-risks the development process, allowing for a quicker commencement of construction and a faster return on investment. The blend of commercial and residential units ensures a diverse income stream and broad market appeal.
Prospective buyers are encouraged to consider the substantial potential this site offers, whether for immediate development or as a strategic long-term investment. The combination of a central location, garden views, and comprehensive planning permission makes this a truly exceptional offering in the Bridgwater property market. Early viewing is highly recommended to fully appreciate the scope and value of this unique opportunity.
IMPORTANT NOTICE:
The Property Centre for themselves and for the vendors of the property, whose agents they are, give notice that:
1. the particulars are intended to give a fair and substantially correct overall description for the guidance of intending purchaser and do not constitute part of an offer or contract. Prospective purchasers ought to seek their own professional advice.
2. All descriptions, dimensions, areas, reference to condition and necessary permissions for use and occupation and other details are given in good faith, and are believed to be correct, but any intending purchasers should not rely on them as statements or representations of fact, but must satisfy themselves by inspection or otherwise as to the correctness of each of them. 3. No person in the employment of The Property Centre has any authority to make or give any representations or warranty whatever in relation to this property on behalf of The Property Centre, nor enter into any contract on behalf of the vendor.
4. No responsibility can be accepted for any expenses incurred by intending purchasers in inspecting properties which have been sold or withdrawn. Photographs taken and details prepared August 2024.
5. The Property Centre has not sought to verify the legal title of the property, and the buyers must obtain verification from their solicitor.
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Property details
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- Freehold
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- Date Posted
- 2026-07-10
Utilities & Restrictions
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Rights & Restrictions
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Listed status, conservation areas and planning constraints for this location are in the full report.
Property Features
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- Parking
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- Garden
- Garden
Beyond the particulars: planning activity, flood history, heritage and ground risks, checked for this exact spot.
Connectivity
Broadband
Fastest speed available at this postcode
1.8 Gbps
Gigabit full fibre · available to 46% of premises
Suitable for
- 4K streaming on every screen
- Full-time home working
- Online gaming & big downloads
Mobile signal
Outdoor predictions; indoor signal depends on building materials.
Ofcom Connected Nations postcode-level predictions. Speeds and signal are modelled, not measured, and vary between addresses and providers.
Signal is the easy part. Planning activity, flood history and protected designations here are in the full report.
Nearest Schools
Primary
- Northgate Primary School472 metresOfsted report card · Jun 2026
- Ages
- 2 to 11
- Pupils
- 258
- Type
- Free schools
- Eastover Primary School718 metresNo Ofsted rating
- Ages
- 5 to 11
- Pupils
- 403
- Type
- Community school
- Westover Green Community School and Autism Centre762 metresOfsted report card · Mar 2026
- Ages
- 4 to 11
- Pupils
- 382
- Type
- Academy converter
- Hamp Nursery and Infants' School938 metresNo Ofsted rating
- Ages
- 2 to 7
- Pupils
- 234
- Type
- Community school
- Hamp Academy0.6 milesOfsted: Good
- Ages
- 7 to 11
- Pupils
- 307
- Type
- Academy sponsor led
Secondary
- Robert Blake School803 metresOfsted: Requires improvement
- Ages
- 11 to 16
- Pupils
- 1,014
- Type
- Foundation school
- Chilton Trinity School0.9 milesOfsted: Good *
- Ages
- 11 to 16
- Pupils
- 990
- Type
- Academy converter
- Haygrove School0.9 milesOfsted: Good
- Ages
- 11 to 16
- Pupils
- 1,051
- Type
- Academy converter
- Bridgwater College Academy1 mileOfsted report card · Mar 2026
- Ages
- 3 to 16
- Pupils
- 1,561
- Type
- Academy sponsor led
- Brymore Academy3.7 milesNo Ofsted rating
- Ages
- 11 to 17
- Pupils
- 327
- Type
- Academy sponsor led
- Gender
- Boys
* Latest graded judgement covers quality of education only; no overall grade was issued under the 2024-25 inspection framework.
Distances are straight-line from the advertised location. Source: the national school registers (DfE, Welsh Government, Scottish Government) and Ofsted.
Schools are just the start: sold prices nearby, planning activity and any flood history are in the full report.
Amenities
Supermarket
GP surgery
Pharmacy
Hospital
Green space
Straight-line distances from the advertised location. Sources: NHS records, Geolytix supermarket locations, OS Open Greenspace and the national trails registers.
The area stacks up? Now check the location itself: planning nearby, protected designations and past flooding.
Getting Around
Nearest station
Nearest bus stop
Typical drive times
Straight-line distances from the advertised location; drive times are typical free-flow times over OpenStreetMap road data, so allow more at peak. Public transport locations from DfT NaPTAN.
Easy to reach matters. So do planning activity, flood history and ground risks: all in the full report.
Flood Risk
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Rivers and the sea
Surface water
The detail behind these bandings
The full report pinpoints where this location sits on the flood maps, and runs the deeper checks that usually only surface after an offer.
- Exact flood zones & annual chances (included in the full report)
- Any recorded past flooding (included in the full report)
- Planning activity nearby (included in the full report)
- Heritage & conservation (included in the full report)
- Protected nature designations (included in the full report)
- Ground risks (included in the full report)
- Sold prices nearby (included in the full report)
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