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Planning in Bow (EX17)

Only 5 decisions near Bow (EX17) in the last 2 years, too few to judge an approval rate.

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Bow (EX17) in the last 24 months, from Mid Devon District Council's planning register.

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About Bow (EX17)

Bow is a village and civil parish located in the Mid Devon district of England, approximately 8 miles west of Crediton. With a population of 1,120 as of the 2021 census, Bow has seen modest growth since 2011. The village is closely linked to the hamlet of Nymet Tracey, sharing a church and a rich historical background, and forms part of the Upper Yeo electoral ward, which had a total population of 1,708 in 2011. The settlement has a population of approximately 1,302 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Mid Devon district.

There are currently no active flood warnings for the Bow 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 Bow a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Bow has 1 nature designation nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Bow 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.

To comment on or object to a planning application near Bow, 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, 6 planning applications were submitted near Bow.

The most common types were full planning applications (2), listed building and heritage (2), amendments (1).

1 planning appeal was lodged, of which 1 was allowed and 0 were dismissed (100% success rate).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Bow (EX17)?
In the last 24 months, 6 planning applications were submitted near Bow (EX17).
What types of planning applications are most common near Bow (EX17)?
The most common type of planning application near Bow (EX17) is full planning applications, with 2 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Bow (EX17)?
You can search and track planning applications near Bow (EX17) on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.