Bridford, Devon Planning Applications
Recent planning applications near Bridford, Devon.
Devon · England · settlement
About Bridford
Bridford is a picturesque village and civil parish situated in the Teign Valley of Devon, on the fringe of Dartmoor National Park. Surrounded by the parishes of Dunsford, Doddiscombsleigh, Christow, and Moretonhampstead, Bridford had a population of 503 at the 2011 census, marking a notable increase from 404 in 1901. This charming location offers unique opportunities and considerations for planning applications, reflecting its growing community and scenic environment.
Population: 534 (2021)
District: Teignbridge
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Town Insights
Property Prices
Average property sale price: £360,654 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).
Area Information
- Admin district: Teignbridge
- Parliamentary constituency: Central Devon
- LSOA: Teignbridge 002B
Crime Statistics
0 crimes reported in 2026-02.
Flood Risk
No active flood warnings near Bridford.
Keyword Scorecard
Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Bridford.
- 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 Bridford based on the last 24 months of planning data.
Nearby Applications
3 planning applications found near Bridford.
- - Seven Acre Farm, Bridford, Exeter, Devon, EX6 7AR
To erect two apex roofs over the existing farmyard
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Dartmoor | Date: 2025-03-16
View full details - - Seven Acre Farm, Bridford, Exeter, Devon, EX6 7AR
Erection of roof over existing livestock yard
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Dartmoor | Date: 2024-06-09
View full details - - White Rock, Bridford, Exeter, Devon, EX6 7JQ
Replacement rear lean-to extension and front porch
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Dartmoor | Date: 2023-03-30
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A brief summary of Bridford in Devon
Bridford is a picturesque village and civil parish situated in the Teign Valley of Devon, on the fringe of Dartmoor National Park. Surrounded by the parishes of Dunsford, Doddiscombsleigh, Christow, and Moretonhampstead, Bridford had a population of 503 at the 2011 census, marking a notable increase from 404 in 1901. This charming location offers unique opportunities and considerations for planning applications, reflecting its growing community and scenic environment. The settlement has a population of approximately 534 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Teignbridge district.
Property prices in Bridford show an average sale price of £360,654, 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 Bridford a particularly low-crime area.
Ecology & Nature Designations
The area around Bridford includes 1 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Teign Valley Woods SSSI; 4 Ancient Woodland sites; 1 Special Areas of Conservation (SAC): South Dartmoor Woods; 1 National Parks: DARTMOOR. 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, Bridford 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 Bridford
In the last 24 months, 2 planning applications were submitted near Bridford. Of these, 100% were approved.
This is notably above the national average of approximately 87%, suggesting a relatively permissive planning environment. Applicants near Bridford may find that well-prepared applications have a strong chance of success.
The most common application types near Bridford were full planning applications (2). Full planning applications account for 100% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.
Nearby Towns
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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.