Bickleigh (EX16), Devon Planning Applications
Recent planning applications near Bickleigh (EX16), Devon.
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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.
Population: 243 (2021)
District: Mid Devon
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Area Information
- Admin district: Mid Devon
- Parliamentary constituency: Central Devon
- LSOA: Mid Devon 010C
Crime Statistics
1 crimes reported in 2026-03.
Crime Breakdown
- violent-crime: 1
Flood Risk
No active flood warnings near Bickleigh (EX16).
Keyword Scorecard
Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Bickleigh (EX16).
- 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 Bickleigh (EX16) based on the last 24 months of planning data.
Nearby Applications
4 planning applications found near Bickleigh (EX16).
- - Land at NGR 294672 107736 Swallowhayes Bickleigh Devon
Prior Approval for the erection of a tractor shed
Status: Permitted | Type: Outline | Council: Mid Devon | Date: 2026-02-14
View full details - - Little Beck Bickleigh Tiverton Devon EX16 8RH
Notification of intention to reduce height of one conifer tree by 2m within a Conservation Area
Status: Withdrawn | Type: Trees | Council: Mid Devon | Date: 2026-02-04
View full details - - Bickleigh House Bickleigh Tiverton Devon EX16 8RB
Notification of intention to reduce 1 Yew tree by 1-1.5m (T1); crown lift over highway and reduce southern side of canopy by 2-2.5m to 1 Oak tree (T2); Pollard group of Ash 5 trees to 15ft (T3); crown
Status: Withdrawn | Type: Trees | Council: Mid Devon | Date: 2025-10-28
View full details - - Cleaveside Bickleigh Tiverton Devon EX16 8RB
Notification of intention to remove a trunk from one Willow Tree within a Conservation Area
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Mid Devon | Date: 2024-01-10
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A brief summary of Bickleigh (EX16) in Devon
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.
Neighbourhood safety in Bickleigh (EX16) is generally good, with just 1 crimes reported in the most recent period.
Bickleigh (EX16) has one conservation area within its boundaries: No data available for publication by HE. 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 Bickleigh (EX16) includes 10 Ancient Woodland sites. 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, Bickleigh (EX16) 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 Bickleigh (EX16)
In the last 24 months, 5 planning applications were submitted near Bickleigh (EX16). Of these, 33% were approved, with an average decision time of 49 days.
This is below the national average of approximately 87%, which may reflect stricter local policies, sensitivity of the area, or higher levels of speculative applications. Pre-application advice is particularly worthwhile near Bickleigh (EX16).
The average decision time of 49 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.
The most common application types near Bickleigh (EX16) were listed building and heritage (2), tree works (2), outline applications (1). The high proportion of heritage applications reflects the historic character of the area and the presence of listed buildings or conservation areas nearby.
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