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Planning in Bickleigh (EX16)

Only 2 decisions near Bickleigh (EX16) in the last 2 years, too few to judge an approval rate.

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Bickleigh (EX16) in the last 24 months, from Mid Devon District Council's planning register.

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About Bickleigh (EX16)

Bickleigh is a quaint village located on the southern edge of Dartmoor in Devon, England, with a small population of approximately 50 residents. Situated about 7 miles north of Plymouth city centre, it falls within the South Hams district and is part of the Bickleigh and Shaugh electoral ward, which had a population of 4,723 as of the 2011 census. Notably, Bickleigh is home to 42 Commando, based at Bickleigh Barracks, making it an area of interest for planning applications related to both residential and military developments. The settlement has a population of approximately 243 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Mid Devon district.

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

The area around Bickleigh has 10 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Bickleigh 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 Bickleigh, 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, 9 planning applications were submitted near Bickleigh.

The most common types were tree works (3), listed building and heritage (2), full planning applications (1).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Bickleigh (EX16)?
In the last 24 months, 9 planning applications were submitted near Bickleigh (EX16).
What types of planning applications are most common near Bickleigh (EX16)?
The most common type of planning application near Bickleigh (EX16) is tree works applications, with 3 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Bickleigh (EX16)?
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