Burlescombe, Devon Planning Applications
Recent planning applications near Burlescombe, Devon.
Devon · England · settlement
Planning applications in Burlescombe are administered by Mid Devon District Council. View the full Mid Devon District Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.
About Burlescombe
Burlescombe is a quaint village and civil parish located in the Mid Devon district of Devon, England, approximately 5 miles southwest of Wellington in Somerset. Surrounded by several parishes, including Holcombe Rogus and Uffculme, it has a population of 911 as of the 2001 census. Nearby historical sites, such as the 12th-century ruins of Canonsleigh Abbey, enhance the area's character, while Burlescombe falls within the Canonsleigh electoral ward, which had a population of 3,218 in 2011. This blend of historical significance and community makes Burlescombe a noteworthy location for planning applications.
Population: 974 (2021)
District: Mid Devon
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Town Insights
Property Prices
Average property sale price: £306,433 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).
Area Information
- Admin district: Mid Devon
- Parliamentary constituency: Tiverton and Minehead
- LSOA: Mid Devon 002D
Crime Statistics
0 crimes reported in 2026-05.
Flood Risk
No active flood warnings near Burlescombe.
Keyword Scorecard
Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Burlescombe.
- 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 Burlescombe based on the last 24 months of planning data.
Nearby Applications
65 planning applications found near Burlescombe.
- - Land at NGR 307046 116876 Old Railway Line Burlescombe Devon
Five day notification to fell 1 decayed Ash tree (G5) in a Conservation Area
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Mid Devon | Date: 2026-01-14
View full details - - Land and Buildings at NGR 307702 116591 Higher Reed Farm Burlescombe Devon
Prior notification for the change of use of redundant agricultural building to 3 dwellings under class Q
Status: Permitted | Type: Amendment | Council: Mid Devon | Date: 2024-12-05
View full details - - Land at NGR 307037 116891 (Old Railway Line) Burlescombe Devon
Five Day Notification to clear fallen stem and fell remaining stem from 1 Willow tree within a Conservation Area
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Mid Devon | Date: 2024-07-18
View full details - - Westford Burlescombe Tiverton Devon EX16 7JW
Raising of roof to provide first floor living accommodation and balcony and erection of single storey extensions to front and sides (Revised Scheme)
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Mid Devon | Date: 2022-12-07
View full details - - Westford Burlescombe Tiverton Devon EX16 7JW
Raising of roof to provide first floor living accommodation and balcony and erection of single storey extensions to front and sides
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Mid Devon | Date: 2022-01-24
View full details - - Land at NGR 307538 116626 (North of Town Farm) Burlescombe Devon
Outline for the erection of 2 dwellings (Revised Scheme)
Status: Rejected | Type: Outline | Council: Mid Devon | Date: 2019-07-11
View full details - - 3 Old Station Mews Station Road Burlescombe Tiverton Devon EX16 7JN
Certificate of Lawfulness for the proposed conversion of loft to bedroom and ensuite
Status: Permitted | Council: Mid Devon | Date: 2019-06-11
View full details - - Kestor Burlescombe Tiverton Devon EX16 7JW
Alterations to existing entrance drive
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Mid Devon | Date: 2019-02-20
View full details - - Kestor Burlescombe Tiverton Devon EX16 7JW
Non material amendment for 18/01329/HOUSE to allow alterations to garage
Status: Permitted | Type: Amendment | Council: Mid Devon | Date: 2019-02-12
View full details - - Land at NGR 307578 116857 (SE of Oakfield) Burlescombe Devon
Variation of condition 2 of Planning Permission 17/00353/FULL to read "to be in accordance with the amended plans" to regularise alterations
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Mid Devon | Date: 2019-01-07
View full details - - Kestor Burlescombe Tiverton Devon EX16 7JW
Erection of a single storey extension and detached garage. Non Material Amendment - 19/00241/NMA - Granted 11/03/2019 . Non Material Amendment - 20/01411/NMA - Granted 08/09/2020
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Mid Devon | Date: 2018-08-28
View full details - - Oakleigh Burlescombe Tiverton Devon EX16 7JW
Erection of single storey extension following removal of existing boiler room/toilet
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Mid Devon | Date: 2018-06-12
View full details - 18/00504/OUT - Land at NGR 307538 116626 (North of Town Farm) Burlescombe Devon
Outline for the erection of 2 dwellings
Status: Rejected | Type: Outline | Council: Mid Devon | Date: 2018-03-28
View full details - - Land at NGR 307538 116626 (North of Town Farm) Burlescombe Devon
Outline for the erection of 2 dwellings
Status: Rejected | Type: Outline | Council: Mid Devon | Date: 2018-03-28
View full details - - Land and Buildings at NGR 307252 116131 Bedbrook Farm Burlescombe Devon
Conversion of an agricultural building to a dwelling, demolition of lean-to and erection of a garage
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Mid Devon | Date: 2018-01-03
View full details - - Spirings Church Cottages Burlescombe Tiverton Devon EX16 7JS
Erection of conservatory
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Mid Devon | Date: 2017-07-28
View full details - - Land at NGR 307578 116857 (SE of Oakfield) Burlescombe Devon
Erection of 6 affordable dwellings and formation of access
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Mid Devon | Date: 2017-03-03
View full details - - Spirings Church Cottages Burlescombe Tiverton Devon EX16 7JS
Erection of a single storey extension to form sun lounge and single storey storage building
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Mid Devon | Date: 2017-02-16
View full details - - Land at NGR 307052 116889 (Park Wood/Old Railway Line) Burlescombe Devon
Notification of intention to reduce 6 Hawthorn and 2 Willow trees to 1m above ground level and re-coppice 5 Hazels within the Conservation Area
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Mid Devon | Date: 2016-12-05
View full details - - Stonelea 1 Park Cottages Burlescombe Tiverton Devon EX16 7JW
Replace existing flat roof to bay windows and porch with full width pitched roof leanto and erection of a replacement shed and a workshop/store
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Mid Devon | Date: 2015-11-11
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A brief summary of Burlescombe in Devon
Burlescombe is a quaint village and civil parish located in the Mid Devon district of Devon, England, approximately 5 miles southwest of Wellington in Somerset. Surrounded by several parishes, including Holcombe Rogus and Uffculme, it has a population of 911 as of the 2001 census. Nearby historical sites, such as the 12th-century ruins of Canonsleigh Abbey, enhance the area's character, while Burlescombe falls within the Canonsleigh electoral ward, which had a population of 3,218 in 2011. This blend of historical significance and community makes Burlescombe a noteworthy location for planning applications. The settlement has a population of approximately 974 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Mid Devon district.
Property prices in Burlescombe show an average sale price of £306,433, 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 Burlescombe a particularly low-crime area.
Burlescombe has one conservation area within its boundaries: No data available for publication by HE. 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 Burlescombe includes 1 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Maiden Down SSSI; 1 Ancient Woodland site. 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, Burlescombe 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 Burlescombe
In the last 24 months, 7 planning applications were submitted near Burlescombe. Of these, 83% were approved, with an average decision time of 35 days.
This is broadly in line with the national average of approximately 87%. Burlescombe maintains a standard approach to planning decisions.
The average decision time of 35 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.
The most common application types near Burlescombe were tree works (4), full planning applications (1), amendments (1). The significant number of tree-related applications is typical for areas with mature tree cover or active tree preservation orders.
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