How long do planning decisions take near Blackawton?

The average planning decision time near Blackawton is 60 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 Blackawton?

The planning approval rate near Blackawton is 33%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Blackawton?

The most common type of planning application near Blackawton is full planning applications, with 3 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Blackawton?

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Blackawton, Devon Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Blackawton, Devon.

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About Blackawton

Blackawton is a village and civil parish located in the South Hams district of Devon, England, approximately six miles west of Dartmouth. As of the 2011 census, it had a population of 647 residents, contributing to the West Dart electoral ward, which had a total population of 1,946. This quaint village offers a unique context for those researching planning applications in the area.

Population: 929 (2021)

District: South Hams

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £518,791 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: South Hams
Parliamentary constituency: South Devon
LSOA: South Hams 004D

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Blackawton.

Keyword Scorecard

Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Blackawton.

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 Blackawton based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

4 planning applications found near Blackawton.

- 3 Church Hill Blackawton TQ9 7BQ
T1: Oak – remove, too large, causing excessive shading, too close to power line.
Status: Undecided | Type: Trees | Council: South West Devon | Date: 2026-03-30
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- The Anchorage Main Street Blackawton TQ9 7BG
Householder application for extension of existing dwelling & associated works
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: South West Devon | Date: 2025-11-04
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- Land At Sx 801 505, Blackawton, TQ9 7AZ
Application to determine if prior approval is required for a proposed change of use of agricultural barn to 4no. dwellinghouses (class C3) & for associated development (Class Q (a+b))
Status: Rejected | Type: Outline | Council: South West Devon | Date: 2025-09-05
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- Penlows Park Lane Blackawton TQ9 7BD
Application for approval of details reserved by condition 3 (Structural Drawings) to planning consent 2798/24/HHO
Status: Conditions | Type: Conditions | Council: South West Devon | Date: 2025-01-15
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A brief summary of Blackawton in Devon

Property prices in Blackawton show an average sale price of £518,791, 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 Blackawton a particularly low-crime area.

Blackawton 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 Blackawton includes 2 Ancient Woodland sites; 1 Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB): South Devon. These designations may affect planning decisions, as proposals near protected sites require environmental impact assessment and may face additional restrictions.

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Planning Activity in Blackawton

In the last 24 months, 9 planning applications were submitted near Blackawton. Of these, 33% were approved, with an average decision time of 60 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 Blackawton.

At 60 days on average, decisions near Blackawton slightly exceed the 8-week statutory target for minor applications, though this is common across many councils.

The most common application types near Blackawton were full planning applications (3), outline applications (2), tree works (1). Full planning applications account for 33% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

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