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11 applications received or decided in the last 90 days · within 1 km of the centre of Bideford · updated daily · Torridge District Council

Planning in Bideford

Approved
86%
64 of 72 decided
Decision time
about 10 weeks
on average

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

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Around Bideford

Postcode districts

EX39 241 applications in the last 12 months

Applications in each district in the last 12 months.

Planning authority: Torridge District Council

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About Bideford

Bideford is a historic port town located on the estuary of the River Torridge in North Devon, South West England. As the principal town within the Torridge local government district, it serves as a key hub for planning applications and development opportunities in the region. The town has a population of approximately 18,196 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Torridge district.

Property prices in Bideford show an average sale price of £270,466, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Bideford 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 Bideford a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

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

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Bideford 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. Further local information can be found on the community website at https://www.bideford-tc.gov.uk/.

Contains HM Land Registry data © Crown copyright and database right 2026. This data is licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0.

To comment on or object to a planning application near Bideford, 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, 102 planning applications were submitted near Bideford. Of these, 86% were approved, with an average decision time of 69 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (49), listed building and heritage (17), tree works (13). 2 large-scale developments were submitted during this period.

2 planning appeals were lodged, of which 0 were allowed and 2 were dismissed (0% success rate).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Bideford?
In the last 24 months, 102 planning applications were submitted near Bideford. The approval rate is 86%.
How long do planning decisions take near Bideford?
The average planning decision time near Bideford is 69 days. The statutory target is 8 weeks (56 days) for minor applications and 13 weeks for major applications.
What is the planning approval rate near Bideford?
The planning approval rate near Bideford is 86%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Bideford?
The most common type of planning application near Bideford is full planning applications, with 49 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Bideford?
You can search and track planning applications near Bideford on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.