Black Torrington, Devon Planning Applications
Recent planning applications near Black Torrington, Devon.
Devon · England · settlement
Planning applications in Black Torrington are administered by Torridge District Council. View the full Torridge District Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.
About Black Torrington
Black Torrington is a picturesque village and civil parish in Torridge, Devon, positioned between Holsworthy and Hatherleigh along the River Torridge. According to the 2021 UK census, the population stands at 528, making it a small but vibrant community ideal for those considering planning applications in the area.
Population: 528 (2021)
District: Torridge
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Town Insights
Property Prices
Average property sale price: £388,316 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).
Area Information
- Admin district: West Devon
- Parliamentary constituency: Central Devon
- LSOA: West Devon 001B
Crime Statistics
0 crimes reported in 2026-02.
Flood Risk
No active flood warnings near Black Torrington.
Keyword Scorecard
Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Black Torrington.
- 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 Black Torrington based on the last 24 months of planning data.
Nearby Applications
1 planning application found near Black Torrington.
- - Land At Grid Reference 246626 105553 Black Torrington Devon
Outline application for demolition of existing agricultural building and replacement with 1.no. dwelling with all matters reserved except access
Status: Rejected | Type: Outline | Council: Torridge | Date: 2023-10-12
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A brief summary of Black Torrington in Devon
Black Torrington is a picturesque village and civil parish in Torridge, Devon, positioned between Holsworthy and Hatherleigh along the River Torridge. According to the 2021 UK census, the population stands at 528, making it a small but vibrant community ideal for those considering planning applications in the area. The settlement has a population of approximately 528 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Torridge district.
Property prices in Black Torrington show an average sale price of £388,316, 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 Black Torrington a particularly low-crime area.
Ecology & Nature Designations
The area around Black Torrington includes 4 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, Black Torrington 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.
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Related Planning Guides
- What Is Planning Permission in the UK? — Planning permission is the formal approval you need from your local council before making certain changes to a building or piece of land.
- What Is Permitted Development? — Permitted development rights allow certain building works and changes of use without the need to apply for planning permission.
- How Long Does Planning Permission Take? — Typical timelines for planning permission decisions in the UK, from submission to approval, and what can cause delays.