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27 applications received or decided in the last 90 days · within 1 km of the centre of Babbacombe · updated daily · Torbay Council
- 23 Lydwell Road Torquay TQ1 1SNAwaiting decisionVariation of Condition relating to application P/2025/0650: Demolition of raised timber deck and construction of single-storey extension to rear with roof terrace over. Construction of external swimming pool and associated landscaping works. Condition: P1 - Approved Plans. Amendments sought: design and layout amendments including removal of connecting stair to ground level and alterations to door openings.Received 5 Nov 2026P/2026/0676
- 20 Branscombe Close Torquay TQ1 3UQAwaiting decisionReplacement of existing flat roof to front porch with a pitched hipped roof.Received 29 Oct 2026P/2026/0595
- Flat 4 4 St Margarets Road Torquay TQ1 4NWAwaiting decisionAsh tree requires pollarding, reducing down to a maximum height of 5 metres. Work on this tree has been carried out before. The last time it was pollarded was in 2023. Turkish Oak tree requires removal of branches. Crown reduce the overall height by approximately 3.5 metres.Reduce the remaining lateral crown spread by approximately 2.5 metres to clear side elevation of building, maintaining a balance and natural crown profile. Work on this tree was done previously in 2021. Removal of elder tree which has got old and has some dead branches.Received 28 Oct 2026AT/2026/0268
- 24 Park Road Torquay TQ1 4QRAwaiting decisionDemolition of concrete outbuilding. Construction of boundary wall, gate and carport. Replacement of garden shed.Received 27 Oct 2026P/2026/0527
- Headland View 37 Babbacombe Downs Road Torquay TQ1 3LNAwaiting decisionReconstruction of existing lean-to extension to form additional owner accommodation.Received 22 Oct 2026P/2026/0515
Planning in Babbacombe
- Approved
- 74%
- 39 of 51 decided
- Decision time
- about 9 weeks
- on average
Applications within 1 km of the centre of Babbacombe in the last 24 months, from Torbay Council's planning register.
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TQ1 303 applications in the last 12 months
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Planning authority: Torbay Council
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About Babbacombe
Babbacombe, a charming district within Torquay, Devon, is known for its attractions including the Babbacombe Model Village and the Babbacombe Theatre. The scenic Babbacombe Downs provides stunning clifftop views and access to Oddicombe Beach via the Babbacombe Cliff Railway. Well-connected by frequent bus services to Torquay town centre and further afield, Babbacombe presents opportunities for planning applications focused on tourism and local infrastructure development.
There are currently no active flood warnings for the Babbacombe area, indicating a relatively low flood risk at present. This is a positive factor for both existing residents and those considering property purchases or new developments.
In terms of safety, there were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period (September 2026). This makes Babbacombe a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.
The area around Babbacombe has 4 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.
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In the last 24 months, 92 planning applications were submitted near Babbacombe. Of these, 74% were approved, with an average decision time of 60 days.
The most common types were tree works (15), full planning applications (3), outline applications (2).
3 planning appeals were lodged, of which 1 was allowed and 2 were dismissed (33% success rate).