Abbotskerswell, Devon Planning Applications
Recent planning applications near Abbotskerswell, Devon.
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About Abbotskerswell
Abbotskerswell is a village and civil parish situated in Devon, England, approximately two miles south of Newton Abbot and seven miles from the coastal resort of Torquay. The A381 road runs along the western edge of the parish, while the main railway line forms its eastern boundary, providing convenient access for potential development and planning applications in the area. With its proximity to key towns and transport links, Abbotskerswell presents opportunities for growth and community enhancement.
Population: 1,491 (2021)
District: Teignbridge
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Town Insights
Property Prices
Average property sale price: £330,424 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).
Area Information
- Admin district: Teignbridge
- Parliamentary constituency: Newton Abbot
- LSOA: Teignbridge 014B
Crime Statistics
13 crimes reported in 2026-03.
Crime Breakdown
- violent-crime: 7
- public-order: 3
- anti-social-behaviour: 1
- burglary: 1
- criminal-damage-arson: 1
Flood Risk
No active flood warnings near Abbotskerswell.
Keyword Scorecard
Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Abbotskerswell.
- Ecology & Wildlife Constraints (keywords: bats, bat survey, bat roost, great crested newt, GCN...)
- Trees & Landscape (keywords: tree preservation order, TPO, arboricultural, tree survey, root protection area...)
- Flood & Drainage (keywords: flood zone 2, flood zone 3, flood risk assessment, FRA, surface water...)
- Heritage & Conservation (keywords: listed building, grade II, grade II*, grade I, conservation area...)
- Green Belt (keywords: green belt, inappropriate development, very special circumstances, openness)
- Highways & Access (keywords: visibility splays, highway authority objection, access arrangement, parking provision, transport statement...)
- Refusal & Risk Indicators (keywords: refusal, delegated refusal, appeal dismissed, overdevelopment, character and appearance...)
- Planning Process & Appeals (keywords: appeal lodged, appeal allowed, appeal dismissed, public inquiry, inspector)
Planning Activity Summary
Approval rates, average decision times, and application type distribution for Abbotskerswell based on the last 24 months of planning data.
Nearby Applications
6 planning applications found near Abbotskerswell.
- - Rock Cottage Abbotskerswell TQ12 5NH
Remove large mature fallen tree
Status: Permitted | Type: Heritage | Council: Teignbridge | Date: 2026-02-04
View full details - - 8 St Marys Close Abbotskerswell Devon TQ12 5QF
Certificate of Lawfulness for proposed changes to front fenestration including replacement of a garage door with a window and re-organisation of door and windows to the conservatory
Status: Rejected | Type: Outline | Council: Teignbridge | Date: 2025-11-17
View full details - - Mote House Abbotskerswell Devon TQ12 5PB
Internal alterations and the installation of solar panels to the rear single storey element
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Teignbridge | Date: 2025-09-19
View full details - - Mote House Abbotskerswell Devon TQ12 5PB
Internal alterations and the installation of solar panels to the rear single storey element
Status: Permitted | Type: Heritage | Council: Teignbridge | Date: 2025-09-19
View full details - - 29 Odlehill Grove Abbotskerswell Devon TQ12 5NJ
Proposed widening and level change of access driveway and landscaping to principal elevation, change of existing garage door to window to use garage as domestic storage and workshop, and dwarf retaini
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Teignbridge | Date: 2025-07-30
View full details - - Manor Farm Abbotskerswell Devon TQ12 5PF
Certificate of lawfulness for non compliance with agricultural occupancy condition
Status: Permitted | Type: Amendment | Council: Teignbridge | Date: 2024-03-09
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A brief summary of Abbotskerswell in Devon
Abbotskerswell is a village and civil parish situated in Devon, England, approximately two miles south of Newton Abbot and seven miles from the coastal resort of Torquay. The A381 road runs along the western edge of the parish, while the main railway line forms its eastern boundary, providing convenient access for potential development and planning applications in the area. With its proximity to key towns and transport links, Abbotskerswell presents opportunities for growth and community enhancement. The settlement has a population of approximately 1,491 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Teignbridge district.
Property prices in Abbotskerswell show an average sale price of £330,424, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry.
There were 13 crimes reported in the Abbotskerswell area during the most recent period, a moderate level that is broadly in line with similar-sized settlements.
Abbotskerswell has one conservation area within its boundaries: Abbotskerswell. Planning applications within or near this conservation area are subject to additional scrutiny to preserve the architectural and historic character of the area. Homeowners and developers should be aware that permitted development rights may be restricted.
Ecology & Nature Designations
The area around Abbotskerswell includes 2 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Ransley Quarry SSSI, Wolborough Fen SSSI; 1 Ancient Woodland site. These designations may affect planning decisions, as proposals near protected sites require environmental impact assessment and may face additional restrictions.
For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Abbotskerswell planning applications can be searched by entering a local postcode above. Results include full application details, decision status, and the ability to track applications over time and set planning alerts to help you monitor and review pending planning applications.
Planning Activity in Abbotskerswell
In the last 24 months, 7 planning applications were submitted near Abbotskerswell. Of these, 83% were approved, with an average decision time of 39 days.
This is broadly in line with the national average of approximately 87%. Abbotskerswell maintains a standard approach to planning decisions.
The average decision time of 39 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.
The most common application types near Abbotskerswell were full planning applications (2), outline applications (2), listed building and heritage (2). Full planning applications account for 29% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.
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Related Planning Guides
- What Is Planning Permission in the UK? — Planning permission is the formal approval you need from your local council before making certain changes to a building or piece of land.
- What Is Permitted Development? — Permitted development rights allow certain building works and changes of use without the need to apply for planning permission.
- How Long Does Planning Permission Take? — Typical timelines for planning permission decisions in the UK, from submission to approval, and what can cause delays.