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Planning in Challaborough

Approved
73%
11 of 14 decided
Decision time
about 10 weeks
on average

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

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About Challaborough

Challaborough is a charming village nestled in the District of South Hams, Devon, known for its popular surfing beach. Located in the parish of Ringmore, with part of the beach extending into Bigbury parish, Challaborough attracts surfers from Plymouth and nearby areas due to its strong waves. This coastal destination presents opportunities for planning applications related to tourism and recreational development.

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

The area around Challaborough has 2 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Challaborough 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 Challaborough, 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, 16 planning applications were submitted near Challaborough. Of these, 73% were approved, with an average decision time of 71 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (5), discharge of conditions (5), outline applications (2). 1 large-scale development was submitted during this period.

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Challaborough?
In the last 24 months, 16 planning applications were submitted near Challaborough. The approval rate is 73%.
How long do planning decisions take near Challaborough?
The average planning decision time near Challaborough is 71 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 Challaborough?
The planning approval rate near Challaborough is 73%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Challaborough?
The most common type of planning application near Challaborough is full planning applications, with 5 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Challaborough?
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