Bickington (EX31), Devon Planning Applications
Recent planning applications near Bickington (EX31), Devon.
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About Bickington (EX31)
Bickington is a quaint village and civil parish located in the Teignbridge district of Devon, England, nestled on the eastern edge of Dartmoor National Park. With a population of 311 as of the 2001 census, it lies approximately five miles west of Newton Abbot along the River Lemon. The village features a historic 15th-century church, built on the site of an earlier structure, which includes a distinctive lychgate with an upper room. This charming locale may present various planning opportunities for developers and investors interested in the region.
Population: 376 (2021)
District: Teignbridge
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Town Insights
Property Prices
Average property sale price: £274,600 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).
Area Information
- Admin district: North Devon
- Parliamentary constituency: North Devon
- LSOA: North Devon 008A
Crime Statistics
77 crimes reported in 2026-03.
Crime Breakdown
- violent-crime: 38
- public-order: 10
- anti-social-behaviour: 7
- criminal-damage-arson: 6
- shoplifting: 5
- other-crime: 3
- drugs: 2
- possession-of-weapons: 2
- vehicle-crime: 2
- burglary: 1
- other-theft: 1
Flood Risk
No active flood warnings near Bickington (EX31).
Keyword Scorecard
Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Bickington (EX31).
- 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 Bickington (EX31) based on the last 24 months of planning data.
Nearby Applications
20 planning applications found near Bickington (EX31).
- - The Brambles Tewsley Close Bickington Barnstaple Devon EX31 2JT
Notification of works to trees in a conservation area in respect of removal of 4 x Monterey Cypress, 4 x Lawson Cypress and 1 x willow tree at the side of property
Status: Undecided | Type: Trees | Council: North Devon | Date: 2026-05-11
View full details - - 41 Lyddicleave Bickington Barnstaple Devon EX31 2JZ
Variation of condition 2 (approved plans) attached to planning permission 80083 (Demolition of extension and erection of single storey rear extension together with alterations to dwelling) to allow fo
Status: Undecided | Type: Conditions | Council: North Devon | Date: 2026-03-03
View full details - - Land at North Lane Bickington Barnstaple Devon EX31 2JN
Application for a non-material amendment to planning permission 78292 (Reserved matters application for appearance, landscaping, layout and scale (hybrid and outline application 56351 - part B being t
Status: Undecided | Type: Amendment | Council: North Devon | Date: 2026-02-24
View full details - - Rear of 1 Brynsworthy Park Roundswell Barnstaple Devon EX31 3RB
Application for consent for works to trees covered by a Tree Preservation Order in respect of removal of 1x Ash tree
Status: Undecided | Type: Trees | Council: North Devon | Date: 2026-02-11
View full details - - Barn End Court North Lane Bickington Barnstaple Devon EX31 2JN
Notification of works to trees in a conservation area in respect of the removal of 2x Lawson Cypress, 1x Bay Laurel and 1x Cordyline tree
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: North Devon | Date: 2026-02-09
View full details - - Tesco Express Bickington Road Bickington Barnstaple Devon EX31 2JG
Retrospective siting of externally illuminated box fascia sign and ATM dibond panel surround (amended description)
Status: Permitted | Type: Advertising | Council: North Devon | Date: 2026-02-03
View full details - - 3 Parkers Hollow Roundswell Barnstaple Devon EX31 3SL
Extension to dwelling & conversion of garage to utility/bathroom
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: North Devon | Date: 2026-01-28
View full details - - 12 Brynsworthy Park Roundswell Barnstaple Devon EX31 3RB
Application for a non-material amendment to planning permission 80735 (Single storey rear extension) in respect of repositioning of the extension, removal of external door from extension and alteratio
Status: Permitted | Type: Amendment | Council: North Devon | Date: 2026-01-23
View full details - - 10 Hopperstyle Bickington Barnstaple Devon EX31 2LA
Application for a lawful development certificate for a proposed extension to dwelling
Status: Permitted | Type: Outline | Council: North Devon | Date: 2026-01-14
View full details - - Bickington Garage Bickington Road Bickington Barnstaple Devon EX31 2JG
Approval of details in respect of discharge of conditions 9 (noise mitigation) and 17 (remediation verification report) attached to planning permission 76677 (Demolition and change of use of existing
Status: Permitted | Type: Conditions | Council: North Devon | Date: 2026-01-05
View full details - - Woolmers Farm North Lane Bickington Barnstaple Devon EX31 2JN
Part retrospective application for conversion and change of use of building to farm shop together with extension of farm shop to create events and learning facility
Status: Withdrawn | Type: Full | Council: North Devon | Date: 2025-12-19
View full details - - Land at North Lane Bickington Barnstaple Devon EX31 2JN
Notice of an application to modify a planning obligation under regulation 3 of the T & C P (modification of planning obligations) Regulations 1992 in respect of 56351
Status: Undecided | Type: Conditions | Council: North Devon | Date: 2025-10-22
View full details - - 2 Parkers Hollow Roundswell Barnstaple Devon EX31 3SL
Application for a non-material amendment to planning permission 78868 (Removal of existing conservatory & erection of garden room with solid roof) in respect of changing bi-fold doors to sliding patio
Status: Permitted | Type: Amendment | Council: North Devon | Date: 2025-02-25
View full details - - 97 Lower Cross Road Bickington Barnstaple Devon EX31 2PJ
Notification of works to trees in a conservation area in respect of crown lift and crown reduction of T1. Fagus sylvatica (Beech) and T3. Acer pseudoplatanus (Sycamore) , crown reduction of T2. Acer p
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: North Devon | Date: 2025-01-22
View full details - - 19 Ellerslie Road Sticklepath Barnstaple Devon EX31 2HT
Single storey rear extension and conversion of garage and rear area to integral annexe accommodation
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: North Devon | Date: 2024-12-02
View full details - - North Farm North Lane Bickington Barnstaple Devon EX31 2JN
Notification of works to trees in a conservation area in respect of crown lift of 1x Eastern Red Cedar (C2) and lateral branch reduction of 1x Monterey Cypress (C1)
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: North Devon | Date: 2024-09-09
View full details - - 13 Higher Cross Road Bickington Barnstaple Devon EX31 2LD
Two storey side extension
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: North Devon | Date: 2024-07-31
View full details - - 9 Middle Combe Drive Roundswell Barnstaple Devon EX31 3UY
Proposed extension and alterations
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: North Devon | Date: 2023-07-11
View full details - - Ellerslie House Bickington Barnstaple Devon EX31 2JF
Application for a lawful development certificate for existing works for confirmation of commencement of works under applicaiton 70761
Status: Permitted | Type: Amendment | Council: North Devon | Date: 2023-06-22
View full details - - 10 Oak Close Bickington Barnstaple Devon EX31 2BW
Erection of a single garage
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: North Devon | Date: 2023-01-05
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A brief summary of Bickington (EX31) in Devon
Bickington is a quaint village and civil parish located in the Teignbridge district of Devon, England, nestled on the eastern edge of Dartmoor National Park. With a population of 311 as of the 2001 census, it lies approximately five miles west of Newton Abbot along the River Lemon. The village features a historic 15th-century church, built on the site of an earlier structure, which includes a distinctive lychgate with an upper room. This charming locale may present various planning opportunities for developers and investors interested in the region. The settlement has a population of approximately 376 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Teignbridge district.
Property prices in Bickington (EX31) show an average sale price of £274,600, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry.
The Bickington (EX31) area recorded 77 crimes in the most recent reporting period. As with any urban or suburban area, prospective residents may wish to review the detailed crime breakdown for further context.
Bickington (EX31) has one conservation area within its boundaries: Bickington. 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 Bickington (EX31) includes 2 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Fremington Claypit SSSI, Taw-Torridge Estuary SSSI. These designations may affect planning decisions, as proposals near protected sites require environmental impact assessment and may face additional restrictions.
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Planning Activity in Bickington (EX31)
In the last 24 months, 28 planning applications were submitted near Bickington (EX31). Of these, 95% were approved, with an average decision time of 58 days.
This is notably above the national average of approximately 87%, suggesting a relatively permissive planning environment. Applicants near Bickington (EX31) may find that well-prepared applications have a strong chance of success.
At 58 days on average, decisions near Bickington (EX31) slightly exceed the 8-week statutory target for minor applications, though this is common across many councils.
The most common application types near Bickington (EX31) were full planning applications (10), tree works (7), discharge of conditions (4). Full planning applications account for 36% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.
In terms of development scale, 1 large-scale (major) development, 2 medium-scale applications, 25 smaller schemes were submitted.
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