THE SITE
POPLAR FARM, NAILSEA
North Somerset Council’s emerging Local Plan identifies Nailsea as an area that could accommodate future housing growth. This site sits outside of the Green Belt, is well served by local facilities and lies immediately adjacent to the defined western edge of Nailsea.
North Somerset has proposed the allocation of our site (above) in its “Regulation 19” version of the Local Plan. Whilst the Local Plan is still in draft stages the proposals it contains are supported by a substantial body of evidence which demonstrate the site is capable of being developed for housing. In response to the Council’s emerging Plan, Crest Nicholson is currently in the in the process of working up an outline planning application for up to 130 new homes, together with providing significant public open spaces for new and existing residents and a bus loop. Over half the site would be natural open space for public use, with play areas, walking trails and new wildlife habitats.
Key features of the masterplan
Land at Poplar Farm, Nailsea presents a fantastic opportunity to contribute to a sustainable community in Nailsea, in a landscape-led way. Our indicative masterplan provides:
- Up to 130 new modern and sustainable homes.
- Delivery of policy compliant affordable housing at 30%.
- A main vehicular access to the site is from Leighwood Drive.
- A Public Right of Way (PRoW) which runs along the northern boundary and is unaffected by this application.
- Significant biodiversity net gain delivered on site through the provision of wildflower grassland, tree and hedgerow planting, and a community orchard. Sustainable location, close to village amenities and transport network.
- Delivery of additional high-quality accessible open space including a LEAP and kick about area.
- Potential improvement of active travel routes through a potential bus loop and footpath provision, enhancing connectivity and enabling countryside walks.
- The majority of the site is located within Flood Zone 1 which is at the lowest risk of flooding.
Key Benefits
Land at Poplar Farm, Nailsea presents a fantastic opportunity to contribute to a sustainable community in Nailsea. Our high-level masterplan provides:
Crest is targeting an over 75% reduction in on-site carbon emissions compared with the Building Regulations 2021 baseline using air source heat pumps, EV charging points and solar panels.
The creation of new green areas and green corridors with opportunities for biodiversity enhancement through the creation of new ponds, tree and hedge planting and grassland.
In addition to the new informal green areas, there will be a child’s play area, ‘kick about’ area and a new orchard.
Walking and cycle paths for new and existing residents to enjoy providing good connectivity to the surrounding local.
Community allotments are provided adjacent to strategic off-road movement corridors to help ease access for all.
ABOUT CREST NICHOLSON
Crest Nicholson is a FTSE-250 developer with a strong reputation for delivering high-quality homes within well-conceived masterplans.
Across the Crest Nicholson portfolio their contribution to the built environment has been highly recognised with multiple awards for sustainable development as well as awards in design, planning, community interest, landscaping and placemaking. Crest Nicholson won Best Housing Scheme (500 homes or more) for Tadpole Garden Village, Swindon at the Planning Awards. The site was particularly praised for its integration of the built form with the landscape and public areas.
Our sustainability credentials:
- 5-star HBF Customer Satisfaction Rating
- Science based targets approved
- Targeting net zero emissions by 2045 (Scopes 1–3)
- Named one of Financial Times Climate Leaders 2025
- Named one of Newsweek’s World’s Greenest Companies
Contact us
Thank you so much for taking the time to review our proposals for the site at Poplar Farm, Nailsea.
Local knowledge is critical to helping us ensure the development delivers for the local community so comments from the community regarding the proposals are very welcome.
You are able to submit your feedback via the button below. All feedback is requested by 25th January 2026.
Crest Nicholson has appointed Community Consultants, TFA, who are available to assist in answering queries or providing help with access to information.