Buckland Monachorum, Devon Planning Applications
Recent planning applications near Buckland Monachorum, Devon.
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About Buckland Monachorum
Buckland Monachorum is a picturesque village and civil parish located in the West Devon district of England, approximately 10 miles north of Plymouth, along the scenic River Tavy. Its charming rural setting and proximity to larger urban areas make it a noteworthy consideration for planning applications in the region.
Population: 3,798 (2021)
District: West Devon
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Town Insights
Property Prices
Average property sale price: £378,774 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).
Area Information
- Admin district: West Devon
- Parliamentary constituency: Torridge and Tavistock
- LSOA: West Devon 007A
Crime Statistics
0 crimes reported in 2026-02.
Flood Risk
No active flood warnings near Buckland Monachorum.
Keyword Scorecard
Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Buckland Monachorum.
- 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 Buckland Monachorum based on the last 24 months of planning data.
Nearby Applications
3 planning applications found near Buckland Monachorum.
- - Cherry Trees Buckland Monachorum PL20 7NL
TPO S78; T1: Ash – crown lift to 5m from ground level, cut back to main stems, cutting no greater than 75mm, trees encroaching on property, create even crown.
Status: Undecided | Type: Trees | Council: South West Devon | Date: 2026-03-02
View full details - - 8 Richmond Terrace Buckland Monachorum PL20 7LU
T1: Ginko Biloba – remove to height of 8ft from ground level, due to excessive shading and leaf droppage.
Status: Withdrawn | Type: Trees | Council: South West Devon | Date: 2025-11-17
View full details - - Ivy Cottage, Buckland Monachorum, PL20 7NL
G4 & G5: Copper Beech - x4 stems, crown and lateral reduction by up to 3.5m. Leave trees well balanced, maintain visual amenity and future health.
Status: Conditions | Type: Trees | Council: South West Devon | Date: 2024-01-05
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A brief summary of Buckland Monachorum in Devon
Buckland Monachorum is a picturesque village and civil parish located in the West Devon district of England, approximately 10 miles north of Plymouth, along the scenic River Tavy. Its charming rural setting and proximity to larger urban areas make it a noteworthy consideration for planning applications in the region. The settlement has a population of approximately 3,798 (2021 estimate). It sits within the West Devon district.
Property prices in Buckland Monachorum show an average sale price of £378,774, 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 Buckland Monachorum a particularly low-crime area.
Buckland Monachorum has one conservation area within its boundaries: Buckland Monachorum. 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 Buckland Monachorum includes 1 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Grenofen Wood and West Down SSSI; 13 Ancient Woodland sites; 1 Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB): Tamar Valley; 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, Buckland Monachorum 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 Buckland Monachorum
In the last 24 months, 4 planning applications were submitted near Buckland Monachorum. Of these, 0% were approved, with an average decision time of 44 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 Buckland Monachorum.
The average decision time of 44 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.
The most common application types near Buckland Monachorum were full planning applications (2), tree works (2). Full planning applications account for 50% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.
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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.