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Planning in Beesands

Only 4 decisions near Beesands in the last 2 years, too few to judge an approval rate.

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Beesands in the last 24 months, from South Hams District Council's planning register.

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About Beesands

Beesands is a quaint fishing village nestled along the coast of Start Bay in South Devon, situated between Hallsands and Torcross. Renowned as a tourist destination, it primarily focuses on crab and lobster fishing through Britannia Fisheries. The village features an Anglican chapel dedicated to St Andrew and is adjacent to Widdecombe Ley, a freshwater lake with ecological similarities to the nearby Slapton Ley, making it an appealing area for both visitors and those considering planning applications.

There are currently no active flood warnings for the Beesands 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 Beesands a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Beesands has 4 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Beesands 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.

To comment on or object to a planning application near Beesands, open it in the list above: each one links to the council's own page for it and shows any comment deadline.

In the last 24 months, 5 planning applications were submitted near Beesands.

The most common types were full planning applications (2), tree works (1).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Beesands?
In the last 24 months, 5 planning applications were submitted near Beesands.
What types of planning applications are most common near Beesands?
The most common type of planning application near Beesands is full planning applications, with 2 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Beesands?
You can search and track planning applications near Beesands on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.