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Planning in Broadhempston

Approved
95%
20 of 21 decided
Decision time
about 6 weeks
on average

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Broadhempston in the last 24 months, from Teignbridge District Council's planning register.

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About Broadhempston

Broadhempston is a picturesque village and parish in Devon, located approximately 4 miles north of Totnes and governed by Teignbridge District Council. As of the 2001 census, the parish had 257 homes and a population of 641 residents, making it a small yet vibrant community. This demographic information and local governance context can be valuable for those researching planning applications in the area. The settlement has a population of approximately 741 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Teignbridge district.

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

The area around Broadhempston has 5 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Broadhempston 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 Broadhempston, 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, 23 planning applications were submitted near Broadhempston. Of these, 95% were approved, with an average decision time of 44 days.

The most common types were listed building and heritage (15), full planning applications (4), amendments (2). 1 large-scale development was submitted during this period.

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Broadhempston?
In the last 24 months, 23 planning applications were submitted near Broadhempston. The approval rate is 95%.
How long do planning decisions take near Broadhempston?
The average planning decision time near Broadhempston is 44 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 Broadhempston?
The planning approval rate near Broadhempston is 95%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Broadhempston?
The most common type of planning application near Broadhempston is listed building consent applications, with 15 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Broadhempston?
You can search and track planning applications near Broadhempston on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.