Bigbury-on-Sea, Devon Planning Applications
Recent planning applications near Bigbury-on-Sea, Devon.
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Planning applications in Bigbury-on-Sea are administered by Devon County Council. View the full Devon County Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.
About Bigbury-on-Sea
Bigbury-on-Sea is a picturesque village located in the South Hams district of Devon, England, known for its stunning coastline and the largest sandy beach in South Devon. Part of the civil parish of Bigbury, which includes a nearby inland village, it had a population of 564 as of the 2021 census. The area features the tidal island of Burgh Island, situated just 270 yards offshore, making it a notable landmark for planning applications related to coastal development and tourism.
District: Bigbury
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Town Insights
Property Prices
Average property sale price: £439,283 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).
Area Information
- Admin district: South Hams
- Parliamentary constituency: South Devon
- LSOA: South Hams 011A
Crime Statistics
0 crimes reported in 2026-05.
Flood Risk
No active flood warnings near Bigbury-on-Sea.
Keyword Scorecard
Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Bigbury-on-Sea.
- 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 Bigbury-on-Sea based on the last 24 months of planning data.
Nearby Applications
15 planning applications found near Bigbury-on-Sea.
- - Aunecliff Folly Hill Bigbury On Sea TQ7 4AR
Application for approval of details reserved by condition 9 (Stone Wall Sample Panel) of planning consent 0191/26/FUL
Status: Conditions | Type: Conditions | Council: South West Devon | Date: 2026-05-27
View full details - - Public Conveniences, Marine Drive, Bigbury On Sea, TQ7 4AS
Non-material minor amendment to planning consent 3286/25/FUL to update the central front entrance design to double doors with a canopy.
Status: Conditions | Type: Amendment | Council: South West Devon | Date: 2026-04-07
View full details - - Highfield, Challaborough, TQ7 4JB
Certificate of lawfulness for proposed siting a caravan within the domestic garden
Status: Permitted | Type: Outline | Council: South West Devon | Date: 2026-02-24
View full details - - Seafront Marine Drive Bigbury On Sea TQ7 4AS
Householder application for remodel of existing loft conversion
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: South West Devon | Date: 2026-02-16
View full details - - Aunecliff, Folly Hill, Bigbury On Sea, TQ7 4AR
Retrospective application to extend and widen existing footpath to to create vehicular driveway with turning head and parking area, alterations to garage approved under 3151/21/VAR, and entrance and a
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: South West Devon | Date: 2026-01-26
View full details - - Avonmouth, Folly Hill, Bigbury On Sea, TQ7 4AR
Application for variation of condition 4 (temporary access track) of planning consent 1169/24/VAR
Status: Undecided | Type: Conditions | Council: South West Devon | Date: 2026-01-08
View full details - - Aunecliff, Folly Hill, Bigbury On Sea, TQ7 4AR
Retrospective householder application for the extension and widening of the existing pedestrian footpath to Aunecliff to create vehicular driveway with turning head and parking area for two cars. Incl
Status: Withdrawn | Type: Full | Council: South West Devon | Date: 2025-12-23
View full details - - Portolano Ringmore Drive Bigbury On Sea TQ7 4AU
Application for variation of condition 2 (approved plans) of planning consent 0734/24/HHO
Status: Conditions | Type: Conditions | Council: South West Devon | Date: 2025-12-01
View full details - - Aunecliff Folly Hill Bigbury On Sea TQ7 4AR
Application for approval of details reserved by condition 4 (Surface Water Management Scheme) to planning consent 3561/19/HHO
Status: Conditions | Type: Conditions | Council: South West Devon | Date: 2025-09-23
View full details - - Tarquin, Ringmore Drive, Bigbury On Sea, TQ7 4AU
Householder application for new external & internal insulation to external walls, aluminium frame windows & doors. New entrance porch with a green roof & stone detailing & glazed timber panelling faca
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: South West Devon | Date: 2025-05-06
View full details - - Public Conveniences, Marine Drive, Bigbury On Sea, TQ7 4AS
Proposed ground floor extension with additional floor above to existing Facilities Building (toilet block), to provide additional accommodation falling under Use Class E
Status: Rejected | Type: Full | Council: South West Devon | Date: 2025-03-05
View full details - - Portolano, Ringmore Drive, Bigbury On Sea, TQ7 4AU
Application for approval of details reserved by condition 4 (Cladding) of planning consent 0734/24/HHO
Status: Conditions | Type: Conditions | Council: South West Devon | Date: 2024-11-08
View full details - - Aunecliff, Folly Hill, Bigbury On Sea, TQ7 4AR
Application for approval of details reserved by conditions 4 (Sustainable Drainage Option) and 13 (Carbon Reduction) of planning consent 3151/21/VAR
Status: Conditions | Type: Conditions | Council: South West Devon | Date: 2024-04-12
View full details - - Portolano Ringmore Drive Bigbury On Sea Kingsbridge TQ7 4AU
Householder Application for a Single Storey Extension and Patio, Extension to Existing Sun Room and Solar PV Panels to South West Garage and South East Roof of Dwelling
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: South West Devon | Date: 2024-03-04
View full details - - Aunecliff, Folly Hill, Bigbury On Sea, TQ7 4AR
Application for approval of details reserved by condition 6 (CMP) of planning consent 3151/21/VAR
Status: Conditions | Type: Conditions | Council: South West Devon | Date: 2023-03-24
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A brief summary of Bigbury-on-Sea in Devon
Bigbury-on-Sea is a picturesque village located in the South Hams district of Devon, England, known for its stunning coastline and the largest sandy beach in South Devon. Part of the civil parish of Bigbury, which includes a nearby inland village, it had a population of 564 as of the 2021 census. The area features the tidal island of Burgh Island, situated just 270 yards offshore, making it a notable landmark for planning applications related to coastal development and tourism. It sits within the Bigbury district.
Property prices in Bigbury-on-Sea show an average sale price of £439,283, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry.
There were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period. This makes Bigbury-on-Sea a particularly low-crime area.
Bigbury-on-Sea 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 Bigbury-on-Sea includes 1 Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB): South Devon; 1 Special Areas of Conservation (SAC): Start Point to Plymouth Sound & Eddystone. 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, Bigbury-on-Sea 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 Bigbury-on-Sea
In the last 24 months, 13 planning applications were submitted near Bigbury-on-Sea. 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 Bigbury-on-Sea.
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 Bigbury-on-Sea were discharge of conditions (6), full planning applications (5), outline applications (1).
In terms of development scale, 1 large-scale (major) development, 12 smaller schemes were submitted.
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