Bradworthy, Devon Planning Applications
Recent planning applications near Bradworthy, Devon.
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About Bradworthy
Bradworthy is a picturesque village and civil parish located in North Devon, just 3 miles from the Cornish border. Known as the "last village in North Devon," it boasts the largest village square in England and is home to essential amenities including shops, a pub, a primary school, and an industrial estate. The area is also notable for the first wind turbines installed in Devon in 2005, making it a focal point for renewable energy development. Bradworthy is bordered by several Devon parishes and offers a unique blend of rural charm and community resources for those researching planning applications in the region.
Population: 1,195 (2021)
District: Torridge
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Town Insights
Property Prices
Average property sale price: £348,854 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).
Area Information
- Admin district: Torridge
- Parliamentary constituency: Torridge and Tavistock
- LSOA: Torridge 008C
Crime Statistics
0 crimes reported in 2026-02.
Flood Risk
No active flood warnings near Bradworthy.
Keyword Scorecard
Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Bradworthy.
- 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 Bradworthy based on the last 24 months of planning data.
Nearby Applications
1 planning application found near Bradworthy.
- - Building At Great Close Bradworthy Holsworthy Devon EX22 7RJ
Certificate of existing lawful development for an agricultural building
Status: Undecided | Type: Amendment | Council: Torridge | Date: 2026-03-31
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A brief summary of Bradworthy in Devon
Bradworthy is a picturesque village and civil parish located in North Devon, just 3 miles from the Cornish border. Known as the "last village in North Devon," it boasts the largest village square in England and is home to essential amenities including shops, a pub, a primary school, and an industrial estate. The area is also notable for the first wind turbines installed in Devon in 2005, making it a focal point for renewable energy development. Bradworthy is bordered by several Devon parishes and offers a unique blend of rural charm and community resources for those researching planning applications in the region. The settlement has a population of approximately 1,195 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Torridge district.
Property prices in Bradworthy show an average sale price of £348,854, 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 Bradworthy a particularly low-crime area.
Bradworthy has one conservation area within its boundaries: Bradworthy. 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 Bradworthy includes 1 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Bradworthy Common SSSI; 2 Special Areas of Conservation (SAC): Culm Grasslands. 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, Bradworthy 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 Bradworthy
In the last 24 months, 5 planning applications were submitted near Bradworthy. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 57 days.
This is notably above the national average of approximately 87%, suggesting a relatively permissive planning environment. Applicants near Bradworthy may find that well-prepared applications have a strong chance of success.
At 57 days on average, decisions near Bradworthy slightly exceed the 8-week statutory target for minor applications, though this is common across many councils.
The most common application types near Bradworthy were amendments (2), full planning applications (1), outline applications (1).
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Related Planning Guides
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- 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.